How to delete an unknown number from WhatsApp - briefly?
To remove an unknown number from WhatsApp, follow these simple steps:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the unknown number.
- Tap on the three dots in the top right corner, select "More," and then tap "Delete Chat."
How to delete an unknown number from WhatsApp - in detail?
To delete an unknown number from WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Start by launching the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Navigate to Chats: On the main screen, tap on the 'Chats' tab at the bottom of the app. This will take you to a list of all your conversations.
- Find the Unknown Number: Scroll through your chat list to locate the unknown number. It might be listed with a phone number or simply as "Unknown".
- Open the Chat: Tap on the chat with the unknown number to open it. This will display all the messages exchanged with this contact.
- Access Contact Info: Once in the chat, tap on the name or number at the top of the screen to access the contact info.
- Delete the Contact: In the contact info screen, you'll see an option to delete the contact. Tap on 'Delete Contact'. This action will remove the unknown number from your WhatsApp contacts and chat list.
- Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog may appear, asking if you are sure you want to delete the contact. Confirm the deletion by tapping 'OK' or 'Delete'.
- Block the Number (Optional): If you want to ensure that the unknown number cannot contact you again, you can block them. Go back to the chat with the unknown number, tap on their name or number at the top, and select 'Block Contact'. This will prevent any future messages from this number.
By following these steps, you can effectively delete an unknown number from your WhatsApp, maintaining a clean and organized contacts list.