How to delete all messages in WhatsApp for a contact?

How to delete all messages in WhatsApp for a contact - briefly?

To delete all messages from a specific contact in WhatsApp, you can use the "Delete Messages" feature. Simply select the chat with the contact, tap on the three dots (or more options) at the top right corner, and choose "Delete Messages." From there, you can select "All Messages" to delete the entire conversation history.

How to delete all messages in WhatsApp for a contact - in detail?

To delete all messages from a specific contact in WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: First, launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Go to the Chat with the Contact: Navigate to the chat window of the contact whose messages you wish to delete.
  3. Select the Messages:

    • For iOS Devices, tap and hold one of the messages until a menu appears at the bottom of the screen. Then, select "Select All" or manually choose the specific messages you want to delete.
    • For Android Devices, press and hold on a message until it is selected, then tap on other messages to include them in your selection. Alternatively, you can long-press on any message, tap the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner of the screen, and select "Select All".
  4. Delete the Selected Messages: Once all the messages are selected, look for the trash bin icon at the bottom or top of your screen. Tap on it to delete the selected messages.
  5. Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog will appear asking if you are sure you want to delete the messages. Confirm by tapping "Delete" (or the equivalent option depending on your device).
  6. Clear Chat History (Optional): If you want to ensure that no trace of the conversation remains, you can clear the chat history:

    • For iOS Devices, tap on the contact name at the top of the screen, then select "Clear Chat".
    • For Android Devices, tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner of the chat window and choose "More" > "Clear Chat".

By following these steps, you can effectively delete all messages from a specific contact in WhatsApp.