How to delete a subscriber from WhatsApp on a smartphone forever?

How to delete a subscriber from WhatsApp on a smartphone forever - briefly?

To permanently remove a contact from your WhatsApp on a smartphone, you need to block and then delete the conversation with that user. This action will ensure they are no longer in your contacts list or able to message you through WhatsApp.

How to delete a subscriber from WhatsApp on a smartphone forever - in detail?

To permanently delete a contact from WhatsApp on your smartphone, follow these detailed steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device. This will bring you to the main screen where all of your chats are listed.
2. Access the Chat List: If you're not already on the chat list, tap on the back arrow in the top left corner until you see a list of all your conversations.
3. Select the Contact: Find and press down on the contact or group chat that you want to delete. Holding down on the chat will select it and bring up options at the top of the screen.
4. Delete the Chat: With the chat selected, tap on the trash can icon that appears at the top right corner of your screen. This action will delete the chat from your device but not remove the contact from your phone's address book or block them on WhatsApp.

5. Block the Contact (Optional): If you also want to block the contact so they cannot message you again, follow these steps:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you want to block.
   • Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen.
   • Select "More" from the drop-down menu.
   • Tap on "Block." You will be prompted to confirm the action.

6. Delete Contact from Phone's Address Book: To completely remove the contact from your device, you need to delete them from your phone’s address book as well:

   • Open the Contacts app on your smartphone.
   • Find and select the contact you wish to delete.
   • Tap on the three dots or the menu icon (usually found at the top right corner).
   • Select "Delete" from the options provided. Confirm the action if prompted.

7. Clear WhatsApp Cache: While this step is not strictly necessary, clearing the cache can help ensure that no residual data remains:

   • Go to your phone's Settings app.
   • Navigate to "Apps" or "Applications."
   • Find and tap on WhatsApp in the list of installed apps.
   • Tap on "Storage" (or a similar option).
   • Select "Clear Cache." Confirm if necessary.

By following these steps, you will have successfully deleted the contact from your WhatsApp and your phone's address book, ensuring they are permanently removed from your device.