How to delete a contact from a WhatsApp group - briefly?
To delete a contact from a WhatsApp group, follow these steps:
- Open the WhatsApp group where the contact is listed.
- Tap on the contact's name at the top of the chat, then select "Remove [Contact Name]" and confirm your choice.
How to delete a contact from a WhatsApp group - in detail?
Deleting a contact from a WhatsApp group can be necessary for various reasons, such as changing phone numbers or removing unwanted members. Here is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
- Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device. Ensure that you are signed in and have access to your groups.
- Select the Group: Navigate to the group from which you want to delete a contact. You can do this by tapping on the "Groups" tab at the bottom of the screen or searching for the group name in the search bar.
- Access Group Information: Once inside the group, tap on the group's name at the top of the chat window. This action will open the group information page.
- View Participants: In the group information page, look for and tap on "Participants." This option is usually located near the top of the screen. A list of all members in the group will be displayed.
- Select the Contact to Remove: Scroll through the list of participants and find the contact you wish to delete. Tap on their name to select them.
- Remove the Contact: After selecting the contact, an option to "Remove [Contact Name] from Group" will appear at the bottom of the screen. Tap on this option.
- Confirm Removal: A confirmation dialog box may appear, asking if you are sure you want to remove the contact from the group. Confirm your decision by tapping "OK" or "Remove."
- Notification: The removed contact will receive a notification that they have been removed from the group. However, they will still be able to view past messages and media shared in the group until they leave the group themselves or the group is deleted.
- Admin Approval (if applicable): If you are not the group administrator, your request to remove a contact may need approval from one of the group admins. In this case, wait for an admin to approve or deny your request.
- Finalize: Once the removal is approved and confirmed, the contact will no longer be part of the group, and their name will disappear from the participant list.
Following these steps ensures that you successfully remove a contact from a WhatsApp group, maintaining the privacy and relevance of your group communication.