How to delete a conversation in WhatsApp?

How to delete a conversation in WhatsApp - briefly?

To delete a conversation in WhatsApp, simply open the chat, tap on the three dots at the top right corner, and select "Delete Chat".

How to delete a conversation in WhatsApp - in detail?

Deleting a conversation in WhatsApp can be done easily, whether you want to remove it from your device or permanently delete it for all participants in a group chat. Here's a detailed guide on how to do both:

Deleting a Conversation on Your Device

To delete a conversation from your phone but keep it visible to the other participant(s), follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Navigate to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen to view all your conversations.
3. Select the Conversation: Find and tap on the conversation you want to delete.
4. Delete the Chat:
   • For iOS: Tap on the contact name or group title at the top, then scroll down and select "Delete Chat." Confirm by tapping "Delete Chat" again.
   • For Android: Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner, select "More," and then tap "Delete chat." Confirm by selecting "DELETE" when prompted.

Deleting a Conversation for All Participants (Group Chat Only)

If you're an admin of a group chat and want to delete the conversation for all participants, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Navigate to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen to view all your conversations.
3. Select the Group Chat: Find and tap on the group chat you want to delete.
4. Open Group Info:
   • For iOS: Tap on the group name or title at the top, then select "Group Info."
   • For Android: Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner and select "Group info."
5. Delete the Chat for All Participants:
   • Scroll down to the bottom of the Group Info screen.
   • Tap on "Delete group," then confirm by tapping "DELETE" when prompted.

Important Notes:

• Backup: Before deleting any conversations, ensure you have a backup of your chats if needed. WhatsApp allows you to back up your chat history to Google Drive (Android) or iCloud (iOS).
• Media Storage: Deleting a conversation will remove the chat history from your device but may not delete the media files (photos, videos, etc.) stored on your phone's memory. You might need to manually delete these files if required.
• Group Admin: Only group admins can delete a group chat for all participants. If you are not an admin, you will only be able to delete the conversation from your device.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete WhatsApp conversations as needed.