How to delete a chat in WhatsApp without restoring it on iPhone - briefly?
To delete a chat in WhatsApp without restoring it on an iPhone, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat you want to delete.
- Tap on the chat, then select 'Edit' at the top right corner, followed by 'Delete Chat'. Confirm your choice when prompted.
How to delete a chat in WhatsApp without restoring it on iPhone - in detail?
Deleting a chat in WhatsApp on an iPhone can be a straightforward process, but if you want to ensure that the chat is permanently deleted and cannot be restored, there are specific steps you should follow. Here’s a detailed guide on how to delete a chat in WhatsApp without restoring it:
- Open WhatsApp: First, open the WhatsApp application on your iPhone.
- Navigate to Chats: Go to the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen. This is where all your individual and group conversations are listed.
- Select the Chat: Find the chat you want to delete from the list. Tap on it to open the conversation.
- Access Chat Settings: In the top right corner of the chat window, you will see three horizontal dots or an arrow in a circle (depending on your WhatsApp version). Tap on this icon to access the chat settings.
- Delete Chat: In the menu that appears, select "Delete Chat." You may be prompted with a message asking if you want to delete the chat. Confirm your choice by tapping "Delete" again.
- Permanent Deletion: To ensure that the chat is permanently deleted and cannot be restored, do not back up WhatsApp data before deleting the chat. If you have enabled automatic backups in iCloud, the chat will still be included in those backups until they are manually deleted from your iCloud storage.
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Delete Backup (if necessary): If you want to completely remove any trace of the chat and prevent it from being restored, you can delete the WhatsApp backup from your iCloud account:
By following these steps, you can delete a chat in WhatsApp on your iPhone without the risk of it being restored later.