What is visible when deleting WhatsApp - briefly?
When you delete WhatsApp, the app itself and all its data are removed from your device. However, messages or media shared with others remain visible in their chats until they also delete those items.
What is visible when deleting WhatsApp - in detail?
When you decide to delete WhatsApp, several changes become visible, both within the app and on your device. Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect:
Firstly, all of your chat history will be removed from your phone. This includes messages, photos, videos, and any other media shared within your conversations. It's crucial to note that while this data is deleted locally, it may still exist on WhatsApp’s servers, depending on the backup settings you have chosen. If you have enabled backups, these will be stored either on Google Drive or iCloud, but they won’t be accessible through the app once it's deleted.
Secondly, your contacts will no longer show the WhatsApp status next to their names. This status indicator is a visual cue that helps you identify which of your contacts are using WhatsApp. Once the app is deleted, this indicator disappears, and you’ll lose the ability to quickly start a conversation or see their profile picture and last seen status.
Thirdly, any groups you were part of will no longer be accessible. You won't be able to see group chats, participate in discussions, or receive notifications from these groups. Your presence in the group list will also be removed, which can affect the dynamics of the group depending on your role within it.
Fourthly, any pending messages or calls will be lost. If you had unread messages or missed calls, they won’t be available for viewing once WhatsApp is deleted. This includes voice and video call logs as well.
Lastly, all app-specific settings and preferences will be reset. This includes notification settings, privacy options (like who can see your profile picture or last seen status), and any customizations you may have made within the app.
It’s also worth mentioning that deleting WhatsApp does not automatically delete your account. Your phone number remains linked to your WhatsApp account, which means if you reinstall the app in the future, you can still use it with the same phone number and access any backups associated with it. However, if you want to completely remove your account from WhatsApp’s servers, you will need to follow additional steps within the app settings before deletion.
In summary, when you delete WhatsApp, you'll lose access to your chat history, contacts' status indicators, group chats, pending messages and calls, as well as all customized settings. Understanding these changes can help you make an informed decision about whether to proceed with deleting the app or not.