How to delete all messages in a WhatsApp group from everyone at once?

How to delete all messages in a WhatsApp group from everyone at once - briefly?

To delete all messages in a WhatsApp group for everyone at once, you can use the "Delete for Everyone" feature within the group chat settings. Selecting this option will remove the messages from both your device and the devices of other participants in the conversation.

How to delete all messages in a WhatsApp group from everyone at once - in detail?

To delete all messages in a WhatsApp group from everyone at once, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Select the Group: Go to the specific group where you want to delete all messages.
  3. Access Group Info: Tap on the group name at the top of the screen to open the group info page.
  4. Group Settings: Scroll down and tap on "Group Settings".
  5. Delete Messages: In the Group Settings menu, you will see an option labeled "Delete messages". Tap on it.
  6. Choose Delete for Everyone: When prompted, select "Delete for everyone". This action will delete all messages in the group chat history for every participant, not just for you.
  7. Confirm Deletion: WhatsApp will ask for confirmation to proceed with the deletion. Tap on "Delete" to confirm your choice.
  8. Wait for Completion: The process may take a few minutes depending on the number of messages and the strength of your internet connection. Once completed, all messages in the group chat history will be permanently deleted for everyone.

Important Note: This feature is only available if the "Disappearing Messages" option was previously enabled in the group settings. If it wasn't enabled, you won’t see the "Delete messages" option. To enable this feature, go to Group Settings and turn on "Disappearing Messages".

By following these steps, you can effectively remove all messages from a WhatsApp group chat history for every participant simultaneously.