How to delete history in WhatsApp?

How to delete history in WhatsApp - briefly?

To delete your chat history in WhatsApp, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to clear.
2. Tap on the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner, select "More," and then choose "Clear Chat."

How to delete history in WhatsApp - in detail?

To delete your chat history in WhatsApp, you can choose from several methods depending on whether you want to clear individual chats or your entire message history. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the process:

Deleting Individual Chats

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat you wish to delete and tap on it to open.
3. Access Chat Settings: For Android users, tap on the three-dot menu in the top right corner of the screen. For iPhone users, tap on the contact’s name at the top of the screen.
4. Delete Chat: Select “More” or “Delete chat” from the menu options that appear. Confirm your action when prompted.

Deleting Multiple Chats

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Access Settings: On Android, tap on the three-dot menu in the top right corner and select “Settings.” For iPhone, tap on “Settings” at the bottom of the screen.
3. Storage and Data: Navigate to “Storage and data.”
4. Manage Storage: Tap on “Manage storage.” Here you will see a list of chats sorted by the amount of space they use.
5. Select Chats: You can select multiple chats by tapping on them.
6. Delete Chats: Once selected, tap on the delete icon (trash can) at the top of the screen and confirm your action.

Clearing Media from a Specific Chat

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Select the Chat: Navigate to the chat you wish to clear media from and tap on it to open.
3. Access Chat Settings: For Android users, tap on the three-dot menu in the top right corner of the screen. For iPhone users, tap on the contact’s name at the top of the screen.
4. Media Visibility: Select “Media visibility.”
5. Clear Media: Tap on “Clear” to remove all media (photos, videos, GIFs) from the chat. Confirm your action when prompted.

Deleting Your WhatsApp Account

If you wish to delete your entire WhatsApp history and account, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
2. Access Settings: On Android, tap on the three-dot menu in the top right corner and select “Settings.” For iPhone, tap on “Settings” at the bottom of the screen.
3. Account: Navigate to “Account.”
4. Delete My Account: Select “Delete my account.” Follow the prompts to enter your phone number and confirm the deletion.

Important Notes

• Backup: Before deleting any chats, consider backing up your WhatsApp data to avoid losing important information.
• Group Chats: Deleting a group chat will remove it from your device but not from other members’ devices.
• Data Recovery: Once deleted, chat history cannot be recovered unless you have a previous backup.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete your WhatsApp chat history as needed.