I created a group in WhatsApp. How to close it - briefly?
To close a WhatsApp group that you have created, follow these steps:
- Open the group chat.
- Tap on the group name at the top of the screen, then select "Group info." Scroll down and tap on "Exit Group" to leave the group. Since you are the creator, this action will remove all members from the group as well, effectively closing it.
I created a group in WhatsApp. How to close it - in detail?
To delete or close a group you've created on WhatsApp, follow these detailed steps:
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Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device. Ensure that you are logged in with the account that created the group.
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Navigate to the Group: Scroll through your list of chats or use the search function to find the group you wish to delete. Tap on the group to open it.
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Access Group Info: Once inside the group chat, look for the group name at the top of the screen. Tap on the group name to access the 'Group Info' page.
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Delete Participants: Before you can delete the group, you need to remove all participants except yourself. Scroll down to the list of participants and tap on each one. Select 'Remove [Participant Name]' from the menu that appears. Repeat this process until only you remain in the group.
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Exit the Group: After removing all other participants, tap on your own name at the top of the participant list. Select 'Exit Group'. Confirm your decision by tapping 'Exit' again when prompted.
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Delete the Group: With only you left in the group and after exiting, go back to the main chats screen. Long press on the group chat until a menu appears at the top of the screen. Select the trash can icon (or 'Delete Chat') to permanently delete the group from your WhatsApp.
By following these steps, you will have successfully closed and deleted the WhatsApp group you created.