How to delete photos in WhatsApp from someone else's phone?

How to delete photos in WhatsApp from someone else's phone - briefly?

To delete photos sent to you on WhatsApp from someone else's phone, you can use the "Delete for everyone" feature within 1 hour of sending the message. However, this will only remove the photo from your device; it cannot be deleted from the recipient's phone.

How to delete photos in WhatsApp from someone else's phone - in detail?

Deleting photos from someone else's WhatsApp can be a sensitive task, often required for privacy reasons or when managing shared devices. Below is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

Accessing the Device

1. Obtain Permission: Ensure you have explicit permission from the device owner to access and delete their photos. Unauthorized access is illegal and unethical.
2. Unlock the Phone: If the phone is locked, you will need the passcode or biometric data (fingerprint/face ID) to unlock it.

Locating WhatsApp Photos

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on the device.
2. Navigate to Media: Tap on the three dots in the top-right corner for options, then select "Settings" > "Storage and Data". Here you can see how much space is used by media.
3. View Photos: Go back to the main screen of WhatsApp. Tap on any chat where photos are present. Swipe left or right to switch between chats.
4. Open Photo Album: In each chat, tap on the photo icon at the top-right corner to view all media shared in that conversation.

Deleting Photos

1. Select Photos: Tap and hold on a photo to select it. You can then choose additional photos by tapping on them.
2. Delete Selected Photos: After selecting the photos you want to delete, tap the trash icon at the top of the screen. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
3. Clear Chat Media: If you want to remove all media from a specific chat, open that chat, tap on the three dots in the top-right corner, select "More" > "Media Visibility". Turn off the option for photos and videos. This will not delete them but hide them from view.
4. Delete Entire Chat: As a last resort to remove all data including photos, you can delete the entire chat. Tap on the three dots in the top-right corner of the chat, select "More" > "Delete Chat". Choose whether to also delete media from your device storage.

Additional Tips

1. Backup First: Before deleting any photos, ensure that important data is backed up. WhatsApp offers a built-in backup feature accessible through Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
2. Check Storage: After deletion, monitor the phone's storage to ensure the photos have been successfully removed. Go to Settings > Storage & Data > Manage Storage.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and delete photos from someone else’s WhatsApp account while respecting their privacy and data integrity.