How to remove WhatsApp from a computer?

How to remove WhatsApp from a computer - briefly?

To remove WhatsApp from your computer, simply follow these steps:

  1. Open the WhatsApp desktop application.
  2. Click on the three dots in the top-right corner, select 'Settings', and then choose 'Delete Account'. This will permanently remove WhatsApp from your computer.

How to remove WhatsApp from a computer - in detail?

To remove WhatsApp from your computer, you need to follow several steps depending on the operating system you are using. Here's a detailed guide for both Windows and macOS:

For Windows:

  1. Close WhatsApp: First, ensure that WhatsApp is not running on your computer. Close any open windows or tabs related to WhatsApp.
  2. Uninstall from Control Panel:
    • Press Win + X and select 'Control Panel' from the menu.
    • Navigate to 'Programs' > 'Programs and Features'.
    • Find WhatsApp in the list, select it, and click 'Uninstall'.
  3. Delete App Data:
    • Open File Explorer and go to C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local.
    • Look for a folder named 'WhatsApp' or similar, right-click on it, and select 'Delete'.
  4. Remove Desktop Shortcut (if any): Right-click on the WhatsApp shortcut on your desktop and choose 'Delete'.
  5. Reboot Your Computer: To ensure all changes take effect, reboot your computer.

For macOS:

  1. Close WhatsApp: Make sure WhatsApp is not running. Close any open windows or tabs related to WhatsApp.
  2. Uninstall from Applications Folder:
    • Open the 'Applications' folder on your Mac.
    • Find WhatsApp, click and drag it to the Trash icon in your Dock.
  3. Delete App Support Files:
    • Open Finder and go to ~/Library/Application Support.
    • Look for a folder named 'WhatsApp' or similar, right-click on it, and select 'Move to Trash'.
  4. Remove Desktop Shortcut (if any): Right-click on the WhatsApp shortcut on your desktop and choose 'Move to Trash'.
  5. Empty the Trash: Click on the Trash icon in the Dock, then click 'Empty' to permanently delete WhatsApp and its related files.
  6. Reboot Your Computer: To ensure all changes take effect, reboot your computer.

Additional Steps:

  • Clear Browser Cache: If you have used WhatsApp Web, clear your browser cache to remove any remaining data.
  • Log Out from All Sessions: Open the WhatsApp website (web.whatsapp.com) and log out of all active sessions to ensure no other devices are using your account.

By following these detailed steps, you can successfully remove WhatsApp from your computer, ensuring that both the application and its associated data are completely deleted.