How to delete all WhatsApp conversations forever?

How to delete all WhatsApp conversations forever - briefly?

To permanently delete all WhatsApp conversations, you can either manually delete each chat or use the "Delete All Chats" option within the app's settings.

How to delete all WhatsApp conversations forever - in detail?

To permanently delete all WhatsApp conversations, you need to follow a specific set of steps that ensure your data is completely removed from the app and your device. Here’s a detailed guide on how to accomplish this:

Backup Your Data (Optional but Recommended)

Before deleting any data, it's always a good idea to create a backup of your conversations. This way, you can restore them if needed in the future.

1. Open WhatsApp.
2. Go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
3. Tap on Backup to save your chats to Google Drive or iCloud (depending on your device).

Delete Individual Chats

To delete individual conversations:

1. Open WhatsApp.
2. Go to the Chats tab.
3. Swipe left on the chat you want to delete.
4. Tap on Delete.
5. Confirm by tapping Delete again.

Repeat this process for each chat you wish to remove.

Delete All Conversations Permanently

To completely remove all WhatsApp conversations from your device, follow these steps:

On Android:

1. Open File Manager: Navigate to the WhatsApp folder on your internal storage or SD card (usually located at /sdcard/WhatsApp/Media).
2. Delete Media Files: Manually delete all folders within the Media directory, including photos, videos, and voice messages.
3. Clear App Data: Go to Settings > Apps > WhatsApp. Tap on Storage & cache, then clear Cache and Storage.
4. Uninstall WhatsApp: After clearing the data, uninstall WhatsApp from your device.
5. Reinstall WhatsApp: Download and install WhatsApp again from the Google Play Store.
6. Set Up WhatsApp: During setup, do not restore from a backup if you want to start fresh.

On iPhone:

1. Open Settings on your iPhone.
2. Go to General > iPhone Storage.
3. Find and tap on WhatsApp.
4. Tap on Delete App, then confirm by tapping Delete again.
5. Reinstall WhatsApp: Download and install WhatsApp from the App Store.
6. Set Up WhatsApp: During setup, do not restore from a backup if you want to start fresh.

Clear Backup Data (Optional)

If you have previously backed up your chats on Google Drive or iCloud, you can delete these backups as well:

For Google Drive (Android):

1. Open the Google Drive app.
2. Tap on the three horizontal lines in the top left corner to open the menu.
3. Go to Settings > Manage Storage.
4. Under the WhatsApp section, tap on the trash can icon next to your backup data to delete it.

For iCloud (iPhone):

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your Name at the top.
3. Select iCloud.
4. Scroll down and tap on Manage Storage.
5. Under the WhatsApp section, tap on Edit, then delete the backup data by tapping the minus sign (-).

By following these steps, you can ensure that all WhatsApp conversations are permanently deleted from your device and associated cloud storage services.