How to delete WhatsApp on a PC - briefly?
To delete WhatsApp from your PC, you can simply uninstall it via the Control Panel or Settings menu. This process is straightforward and ensures that all associated files are removed from your system.
How to delete WhatsApp on a PC - in detail?
Deleting WhatsApp from your PC can be necessary for various reasons, such as freeing up storage space or reinstalling the application due to issues. Here is a detailed guide on how to delete WhatsApp on a PC:
- Close WhatsApp Desktop: Before you start the deletion process, ensure that WhatsApp Desktop is not running. You can do this by right-clicking the taskbar icon and selecting 'Quit' or 'Exit'. Alternatively, you can close it through the system tray by right-clicking the WhatsApp icon and choosing 'Close Window'.
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Uninstall WhatsApp from Control Panel:
- Press
Win + Rto open the Run dialog box. - Type
appwiz.cpland press Enter. This will open the Programs and Features window in the Control Panel. - Scroll down the list of installed programs until you find 'WhatsApp Desktop'. Click on it to select it.
- Click the 'Uninstall' button at the top of the window. A confirmation dialog may appear; click 'Yes' to proceed with the uninstallation.
- Follow the prompts in the uninstaller window to complete the process. This usually involves clicking 'Next', then 'Finish'.
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Remove Residual Files (Optional): Sometimes, uninstalling an application through the Control Panel may leave behind residual files that are no longer needed. To ensure all traces of WhatsApp are removed, you can manually delete these files:
- Open File Explorer and navigate to the following directories:
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\WhatsAppC:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\WhatsApp
- Delete the 'WhatsApp' folders in both locations. Note that these files may be hidden, so you might need to enable the option to show hidden files and folders in File Explorer (File > Change Folder and Search Options > View tab > Show hidden files, folders, and drives).
- Open File Explorer and navigate to the following directories:
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Delete WhatsApp Shortcuts: If you have created shortcuts for WhatsApp on your desktop or in the Start menu, you may want to delete them as well:
- For desktop shortcuts, right-click the icon and select 'Delete'.
- For Start menu shortcuts, open the Start menu, find the WhatsApp folder, right-click it, and choose 'Unpin from Start' or simply delete the folder.
By following these steps, you should be able to completely remove WhatsApp from your PC. If you ever need to reinstall WhatsApp Desktop, you can download the latest version from the official website and follow the installation instructions provided.