The contact deleted their account, but they are still in my WhatsApp. How do I delete them - briefly?
If a contact has deleted their WhatsApp account but is still appearing in your contacts list, you can remove them by following these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the chat with the contact you want to delete.
- Tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen, then select "Delete Contact" and confirm.
The contact deleted their account, but they are still in my WhatsApp. How do I delete them - in detail?
If a contact has deleted their WhatsApp account but you can still see them in your contacts list, it means that the information is stored locally on your device. To remove this contact from your WhatsApp, follow these detailed steps:
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Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
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Access Settings: Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) located at the top-right corner of the screen to access the settings menu. If you're using an iPhone, tap on "Settings" at the bottom-right corner.
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Navigate to Account: In the settings menu, look for and select the "Account" option. This is usually found near the top of the list.
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Select 'Deleted Contacts': Under the "Account" section, you should see an option labeled "Deleted Contacts." Tap on this option.
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Locate the Contact: You will be presented with a list of contacts that have deleted their WhatsApp accounts but are still visible in your contact list. Scroll through the list to find the contact you wish to remove.
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Delete the Contact: Once you've located the contact, tap on the trash can icon (?) next to their name. This action will permanently delete the contact from your WhatsApp contacts list.
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Confirm Deletion: A confirmation dialog may appear, asking if you are sure you want to delete the contact. Tap "OK" or "Yes" to confirm the deletion.
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Verify Removal: To ensure that the contact has been successfully removed, go back to your contacts list and search for their name. They should no longer be visible in your WhatsApp contacts.
By following these steps, you can effectively remove any contact who has deleted their WhatsApp account from your contact list, keeping your contacts up-to-date and organized.