How to remove when I was online in WhatsApp?

How to remove when I was online in WhatsApp - briefly?

To remove the "Last Seen" status on WhatsApp, follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
  2. Under Account Privacy, select Last Seen & Status, then choose Nobody.

How to remove when I was online in WhatsApp - in detail?

To remove the "Last Seen" status in WhatsApp, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Understanding Privacy Settings: WhatsApp offers privacy settings that allow users to control who can see their last seen status. This feature is designed to enhance user security and privacy.

  2. Accessing Privacy Settings:

    • Open the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
    • Tap on the three dots (⋮) located at the top-right corner of the screen. This will open a dropdown menu.
    • Select "Settings" from the list of options.

  3. Navigating to Account Privacy:

    • In the Settings menu, look for the "Account" section and tap on it.
    • Within the Account settings, you will find an option labeled "Privacy". Tap on this to access the privacy settings.

  4. Adjusting Last Seen Status:

    • Under the Privacy settings, you will see an option called "Last Seen" or "Last Seen and Online". Tap on it.
    • You will be presented with three options:
      • Everyone: This setting allows all your contacts to see when you were last online.
      • My Contacts: This restricts the visibility of your last seen status to only those in your contact list.
      • Nobody: This option hides your last seen status from everyone, providing the highest level of privacy.
    • To completely remove the "Last Seen" status, select the "Nobody" option.

  5. Additional Privacy Settings:

    • While you are in the Privacy settings, consider reviewing other options such as "Profile Photo", "About", and "Status". These settings allow you to control who can see your profile picture, about information, and status updates respectively.
    • You can also choose to disable read receipts (blue ticks) by unchecking the "Read Receipts" option in the Privacy settings. This prevents others from knowing when you have read their messages.

  6. Confirming Changes:

    • After making your selections, tap on the back arrow or the checkmark to save your changes.
    • Your last seen status will now be hidden from all contacts, enhancing your privacy on WhatsApp.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage and remove your "Last Seen" status in WhatsApp, ensuring that your online activity remains private.