How to delete information from WhatsApp on iPhone?

How to delete information from WhatsApp on iPhone - briefly?

To delete information from WhatsApp on your iPhone, you can either manually select and delete individual messages or media, or use the "Delete All Chats" feature to remove all conversations at once.

How to delete information from WhatsApp on iPhone - in detail?

Deleting information from WhatsApp on an iPhone can be accomplished through several methods, depending on whether you want to remove specific messages or entire conversations. Below is a detailed guide on how to manage and delete data effectively:

Deleting Specific Messages

If you need to delete particular messages within a chat, follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat containing the message(s) you wish to delete.
  2. Tap and hold on the specific message until it becomes highlighted. You can select multiple messages by tapping on them without lifting your finger.
  3. Once selected, tap on the trash can icon at the bottom of the screen.
  4. Confirm the deletion by tapping Delete. This action will remove the selected messages from your device but not from the recipient's device.

Deleting an Entire Chat

To delete a whole conversation, follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to delete.
  2. Tap on the contact name or group name at the top of the screen to open the chat information page.
  3. Scroll down and tap on Delete Chat.
  4. Confirm by tapping Delete Chat again. This will remove all messages, photos, videos, and other media from that specific conversation from your iPhone.

Deleting Media Files

If you want to delete specific media files (photos, videos) while keeping the chat:

  1. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the chat containing the media you wish to delete.
  2. Tap on the contact name or group name at the top of the screen to open the chat information page.
  3. Scroll down and tap on Storage and Data.
  4. You will see a list of all media types (photos, videos, etc.). Tap on the type you want to delete.
  5. Select the specific files you want to remove by tapping on them.
  6. Once selected, tap on the trash can icon at the bottom of the screen.
  7. Confirm the deletion by tapping Delete.

Clearing Chat History

To clear your chat history without deleting the app:

  1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings (usually found at the bottom right corner).
  2. Tap on Storage and Data.
  3. Select Manage Storage.
  4. Here you will see a list of all chats sorted by size. To clear the chat history, swipe left on the chat you want to delete and tap Delete.

Deleting WhatsApp Account

If you wish to permanently delete your WhatsApp account:

  1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
  2. Tap on Account.
  3. Select Delete My Account.
  4. Enter your phone number in the international format (e.g., +1234567890).
  5. Confirm by tapping Delete My Account again. This action will permanently delete your account and all associated data from WhatsApp's servers. Note that you cannot undo this action, so use it with caution.

By following these detailed steps, you can effectively manage and delete information from WhatsApp on your iPhone.