How to delete a WhatsApp chat created by me?

How to delete a WhatsApp chat created by me - briefly?

To delete a WhatsApp chat you created, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the chat you want to delete.
  2. Tap on the three dots in the top right corner, select "More," and then tap "Delete Chat."

How to delete a WhatsApp chat created by me - in detail?

Deleting a WhatsApp chat that you have created can be done in a few simple steps. This process is straightforward and ensures that your chat history is permanently removed from your device. Here’s how to do it:

First, open the WhatsApp application on your smartphone. Once you are on the main screen of WhatsApp, you will see a list of chats. Locate the chat that you want to delete and long-press on it until a menu appears at the top of the screen.

From this menu, select the "Delete Chat" option. You will be prompted with two choices: "Delete for me" or "Delete for everyone". The "Delete for me" option will remove the chat from your device only, while the "Delete for everyone" option will delete the messages from both your device and the recipient's device. However, the "Delete for everyone" feature is available only within seven minutes of sending the message.

If you select "Delete for me", the chat will be permanently removed from your phone. If you choose "Delete for everyone", the selected messages will be deleted from both your and the recipients' devices. Keep in mind that once a message has been deleted using either option, it cannot be recovered.

It is important to note that deleting a chat will not free up space on your device as WhatsApp stores data in the form of backups. To manage storage more effectively, you can periodically delete old messages and media from the chats, or use the "Clear Chat" feature which removes all media and messages from the selected chat without deleting the entire conversation history.

In addition to deleting individual chats, WhatsApp also offers the option to clear all conversations at once. This can be done by going to Settings > Chats > Clear All Chats. This action will remove all message histories from your device but will keep your media files intact.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete your WhatsApp chats created by you, ensuring that your conversations remain private and secure.