How to delete data in WhatsApp from a contact?

How to delete data in WhatsApp from a contact - briefly?

To delete data in WhatsApp from a specific contact, follow these steps:

1. Open the chat with the contact whose data you want to delete.
2. Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen, then select "Delete Chat."

How to delete data in WhatsApp from a contact - in detail?

Deleting data from a specific contact in WhatsApp can be essential for maintaining privacy and freeing up space on your device. Here is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

1. Open WhatsApp: Start by opening the WhatsApp application on your mobile device. Ensure that you are logged into your account.
2. Go to the Chat with the Contact: Navigate to the chat window of the contact from whom you wish to delete data. You can do this by scrolling through your list of contacts or using the search function at the top of the screen.

3. Delete Individual Messages: If you want to delete specific messages, tap and hold on the message until it is highlighted in blue. You will see several options appear at the top of the screen:

   • Delete for Me: Tap this option to delete the message from your device only. The recipient will still have the message on their device.
   • Delete for Everyone: This option allows you to delete the message from both your and the recipient's devices, provided it is within 1 hour, 8 minutes, and 16 seconds of sending. After this time frame, you can only delete messages for yourself.

4. Clear Chat History: If you want to delete all messages from a specific contact, follow these steps:

   • Open the chat with the contact.
   • Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen. This will take you to the contact info page.
   • Select "More options" (three vertical dots) at the top right corner of the screen.
   • Choose "Clear chat". You will be prompted to confirm your action. Tap "Clear" again to proceed.

5. Media and Files: Deleting messages does not automatically delete media files such as images, videos, or documents. To remove these:

   • Open the contact's info page by tapping on their name at the top of the chat screen.
   • Select "Media, links, and docs".
   • Tap and hold to select the specific items you want to delete.
   • Tap the trash can icon at the bottom of the screen to remove the selected files.
6. Backup Considerations: Before deleting any data, consider whether you need a backup. WhatsApp automatically creates backups, but if you have critical information, ensure it is backed up in another secure location.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete data from specific contacts in WhatsApp, thereby maintaining your privacy and freeing up space on your device.