How to unlink a phone number from WhatsApp?

How to unlink a phone number from WhatsApp - briefly?

To unlink a phone number from WhatsApp, you need to delete your account. This action will remove your phone number from the service permanently.

How to unlink a phone number from WhatsApp - in detail?

To unlink a phone number from WhatsApp, you need to follow these detailed steps:

1. Access the Device Settings:

   • On an Android device, open the WhatsApp application.
   • Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner of the screen to access the menu.
   • Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.

2. Navigate to Account Settings:

   • In the Settings menu, tap on "Account." This will bring you to a new page with various account-related options.

3. Find the Phone Number Option:

   • Scroll down until you see an option labeled "Change number" or something similar. Tap on it.

4. Verify Your Current Number:

   • WhatsApp will prompt you to enter your current phone number. This is a security measure to ensure that you are the owner of the account.
   • Enter your current phone number in the international format (e.g., +1234567890).

5. Enter Your New Phone Number:

   • After verifying your current number, WhatsApp will ask you to enter your new phone number.
   • Again, make sure to enter it in the international format (e.g., +1234567890).

6. Verify Your New Number:

   • WhatsApp will send a verification code to your new phone number via SMS or call.
   • Enter this code into WhatsApp when prompted. This step is crucial as it confirms that you have access to the new phone number.

7. Complete the Process:

   • Once the code has been verified, WhatsApp will update your account with the new phone number.
   • You may be asked to confirm the change. After confirmation, your old phone number will be unlinked from your WhatsApp account.

8. Backup Your Chats (Optional):

   • If you want to ensure that none of your data is lost during this process, it's a good idea to back up your chats beforehand.
   • In the Settings menu, tap on "Chats" and then select "Chat backup." Follow the prompts to create a backup of your messages.

By following these steps carefully, you can successfully unlink your old phone number from WhatsApp and associate a new one with your account.