How to delete WhatsApp so that all correspondence disappears - briefly?
To completely delete your WhatsApp account and ensure all messages are removed from the server, you must go through the official deletion process provided by WhatsApp. This will permanently remove your account and all associated data.
How to delete WhatsApp so that all correspondence disappears - in detail?
To permanently delete your WhatsApp account and ensure all correspondence is removed, follow these detailed steps:
- Backup Your Data: Before proceeding with the deletion process, it's crucial to backup any important data you want to keep. You can do this by going to 'Settings' > 'Chats' > 'Chat Backup'. This will save your chats and media to your Google Drive or iCloud account.
- Uninstall WhatsApp: Once you have backed up your data, uninstall the WhatsApp application from your device. This step removes the app but does not delete your account or chat history.
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Delete Your Account:
- For Android users: Open a web browser and go to WhatsApp's 'Delete My Account' page (https://www.whatsapp.com/delete-account). Enter your phone number in the international format, for example, +1 415 523 8886.
- For iPhone users: Open the WhatsApp application on your device, go to 'Settings' > 'Account' > 'Delete My Account'.
- Confirm Deletion: After entering your phone number, you will be prompted to select a reason for deleting your account from a dropdown menu. Choose the reason that best fits your situation and tap on 'Delete My Account'. This action will initiate the deletion process.
- Wait for Confirmation: WhatsApp will send a confirmation message to your registered email address within 48 hours of your request. This message will contain a link to delete your account permanently. Click on this link and confirm the deletion.
- Verification: Once you have confirmed the deletion, WhatsApp will start the process of removing your account from its servers. This may take up to 90 days to complete fully. During this period, your account information and chat history will be gradually removed from WhatsApp's systems.
- Reinstallation: After the 90-day period, you can reinstall WhatsApp on your device if needed. However, any data that was not backed up before deletion will be permanently lost.
By following these steps, you can ensure that all of your correspondence and associated data are deleted from WhatsApp's servers, providing a clean slate for future use.