How to delete a WhatsApp chat for all participants - briefly?
To delete a WhatsApp chat for all participants, the initiator of the chat must first delete it from their device. Once deleted, the chat will also disappear from the devices of all other participants in the conversation.
How to delete a WhatsApp chat for all participants - in detail?
To delete a WhatsApp chat for all participants, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Navigate to the Chat: Go to the group or individual chat that you want to delete.
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Access Group Info or Contact Info:
- For a group chat: Tap on the group name at the top of the chat screen.
- For an individual chat: Tap on the contact's name at the top of the chat screen.
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Select Delete Chat:
- Scroll down to find the "Delete Chat" option.
- Tap on "Delete Chat".
- Choose Delete for Everyone: You will be presented with two options: "Delete for Me" and "Delete for Everyone". Select "Delete for Everyone".
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation message will appear, stating that this action cannot be undone. Tap on "DELETE" to confirm the deletion.
Important Considerations:
- Time Limit: You have approximately 13 hours, 8 minutes, and 46 seconds from the time you send a message to delete it before everyone sees it. After this time frame, you can only delete messages for yourself.
- Internet Connection: Both you and the recipients must have an active internet connection for the deletion to be successful.
- Backup: Deleting chats will also remove them from your backup. If you want to keep a record of the chat, consider exporting it before deletion.
By following these steps, you can ensure that a WhatsApp chat is deleted for all participants, maintaining privacy and cleanliness in your communication history.