How to delete a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud?

How to delete a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud - briefly?

To remove a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud, you need to disable the backup feature within the app settings. Go to "Settings" > "Chats" > "Chat Backup", and then toggle off the "Include Videos" option to prevent future backups.

How to delete a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud - in detail?

Deleting a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud can be necessary for various reasons, such as freeing up storage space or ensuring data privacy. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

1. Backup Your Data: Before proceeding with the deletion process, it is crucial to back up your WhatsApp data. This ensures that you won't lose any important messages, media files, or other data during the process. You can do this by going to WhatsApp > Settings > Chats > Chat Backup and following the on-screen instructions.

2. Disable iCloud Drive: To delete a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud, you first need to disable iCloud Drive for WhatsApp. This prevents WhatsApp from automatically syncing data with iCloud.

   • Go to Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
   • Tap on your name at the top to access your Apple ID settings.
   • Select "iCloud."
   • Scroll down and tap on "Manage Storage" or "Storage."
   • Find WhatsApp in the list of apps using iCloud storage.
   • Tap on WhatsApp and then toggle off the switch for "Documents & Data."

3. Delete WhatsApp Backup from iCloud: Once you've disabled iCloud Drive for WhatsApp, you can delete the backup from iCloud. This step ensures that no residual data remains in your iCloud storage.

   • Go back to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage (or Storage).
   • Find and tap on "WhatsApp."
   • Tap on "Delete Backup" or a similar option. Confirm that you want to delete the backup when prompted.

4. Re-enable iCloud Drive (Optional): If you decide that you still want WhatsApp to back up data to iCloud, you can re-enable iCloud Drive for WhatsApp after deleting the backup.

   • Return to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage (or Storage).
   • Find and tap on "WhatsApp."
   • Toggle on the switch for "Documents & Data."

5. Verify Deletion: To ensure that the WhatsApp backup has been successfully deleted from iCloud, you can check your iCloud storage usage.

   • Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage (or Storage).
   • Verify that WhatsApp no longer appears in the list of apps using iCloud storage or that its storage usage is now zero.

By following these steps, you can effectively delete a copy of WhatsApp from iCloud while ensuring that your data remains protected and secure.