How to delete a WhatsApp chat for both participants?

How to delete a WhatsApp chat for both participants - briefly?

To delete a WhatsApp chat for both participants, follow these steps:

  1. Open the chat you want to delete.
  2. Tap on the three dots in the top right corner, select "More," and then choose "Delete Chat." You will be given the option to also delete the chat from the other participant's phone.

How to delete a WhatsApp chat for both participants - in detail?

To delete a WhatsApp chat for both participants, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device.

  2. Access Chat Settings:

    • For Android users: Tap and hold the chat you want to delete until a menu appears at the top of the screen. Select the trash can icon or "Delete chat" from the options.
    • For iPhone users: Swipe left on the chat you wish to delete, then tap the red "Delete" button that appears.
  3. Choose Delete for Me: You will be prompted with two options: "Delete for me" and "Delete for everyone". Selecting "Delete for me" will remove the chat from your device only.
  4. Select Delete for Everyone: To delete the chat for both participants, tap on "Delete for everyone". This option allows you to permanently remove messages, photos, videos, GIFs, documents, stickers, and call details from your device as well as the recipient's device.
  5. Confirm Deletion: A confirmation message will appear, stating that the chat has been deleted for both participants. Tap "OK" to confirm.
  6. Verify Deletion: To ensure the chat has been successfully deleted, go back to your chats list and check if the selected chat is still visible. If done correctly, it should no longer appear in your WhatsApp.

Important Notes:

  • The "Delete for everyone" option is available only for a short period after sending a message. After that time frame, you can only delete messages for yourself.
  • Deleting a chat will not remove any media or messages from backups unless specifically deleted from the backup as well.
  • This process cannot be undone; once a chat is deleted for both participants, it cannot be recovered.