How to delete all messages in WhatsApp from a contact - briefly?
To delete all messages in WhatsApp from a specific contact, you can use the "Delete for Me" option. This will remove the messages only on your device without affecting the other person's chat history.
How to delete all messages in WhatsApp from a contact - in detail?
Deleting all messages from a specific contact in WhatsApp can be done through several methods, depending on whether you want to delete the messages only for your device or also from the server. Below are detailed steps for both scenarios:
Method 1: Delete Messages Locally (Your Device Only)
If you simply want to remove messages from your device without affecting the contact's copy of the conversation, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Go to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Select Contact: Locate and tap on the contact whose messages you want to delete.
- Open Options Menu: On Android, tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner; on iPhone, tap on the contact name at the top of the screen.
- Delete Chat: Select "More" and then choose "Delete chat." Confirm your action by tapping "Delete" again.
Method 2: Delete Messages from Server (All Devices)
If you want to delete messages from both your device and the server, ensuring they are removed from all devices linked to your WhatsApp account, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
- Go to Chats: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen.
- Select Contact: Locate and tap on the contact whose messages you want to delete.
- Open Options Menu: On Android, tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner; on iPhone, tap on the contact name at the top of the screen.
- Delete Chat: Select "More" and then choose "Clear chat." Confirm your action by tapping "Clear" again.
- Delete from Server: After clearing the chat, go back to the main Chats screen. Tap on the contact name again, tap on the three vertical dots (⋮), select "More," and then choose "Delete chat." Confirm your action by tapping "Delete" again.
Important Notes:
- Backups: If you have enabled backups, deleted messages can be restored from backup files. Ensure to delete the backup if you want to permanently remove the messages.
- Group Chats: The above methods also apply to group chats. However, deleting a chat in a group will only remove it from your device unless all participants delete their copies of the conversation.
- Media Files: Deleting chats does not free up space on your phone for media files (images, videos) sent or received through WhatsApp. You may need to manually delete these files from your device's storage.
By following these detailed steps, you can effectively manage and remove all messages in WhatsApp from a specific contact, ensuring your privacy and maintaining a clean conversation history.