How to delete a contact in WhatsApp chat?

How to delete a contact in WhatsApp chat - briefly?

To delete a contact from your WhatsApp chat, simply open the chat with that contact, tap on their name at the top, select "View Contact" or "Contact Info," and then choose "Delete Contact." This action will remove the contact from your phone's address book as well.

How to delete a contact in WhatsApp chat - in detail?

Deleting a contact from your WhatsApp chat is a straightforward process that can be accomplished through several methods, depending on the type of device you are using. Here’s a detailed guide to help you delete a contact in WhatsApp chat:

On an iPhone:

  1. Open the WhatsApp application on your iPhone.
  2. Navigate to the chat where the contact is listed.
  3. At the top of the chat screen, tap on the contact's name or photo to open their profile.
  4. Scroll down and tap on "Delete Contact."
  5. Confirm by tapping "Delete" again in the pop-up window. This action will remove the contact from your WhatsApp chat but not from your phone’s contacts list.

On an Android device:

  1. Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
  2. Go to the specific chat where you want to delete the contact.
  3. Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner of the screen to open the menu.
  4. Select "More" from the dropdown menu.
  5. Choose “Delete Chat” and then confirm by tapping "Delete." This action removes the chat but keeps the contact in your phone’s contacts list unless you delete it separately from there.

Deleting a Contact from Phone Contacts:

If you wish to completely remove a contact from both WhatsApp and your device, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Contacts app on your iPhone or Android device.
  2. Find the contact you want to delete.
  3. Tap on the contact’s name to open their profile.
  4. Scroll down and tap "Delete Contact."
  5. Confirm by tapping "Delete" again in the pop-up window.

Blocking a Contact:

If you prefer not to delete a contact but want to stop receiving messages from them, you can block the contact:

  1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you wish to block.
  2. Tap on the contact's name or photo at the top of the screen to open their profile.
  3. Scroll down and tap "Block Contact."
  4. Confirm by tapping "Block" in the pop-up window.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage your WhatsApp contacts and maintain a clutter-free chat list.