Step 1: Open WhatsApp
The first step is to open the WhatsApp application on your smartphone. Locate and tap the WhatsApp icon to launch the application.
Step 2: Go to the Contacts Tab
Once you’re inside the WhatsApp app, navigate to the “Contacts” tab, usually found at the bottom of the screen. Tap on it to access your list of WhatsApp contacts.
Step 3: Find the Contact to Remove
In the contacts tab, scroll through your list until you find the contact you want to delete. You can search for the contact by scrolling manually or using the search bar at the top of the screen. Once you’ve located the contact, tap on it to open their chat window.
Step 4: Open Contact Info
In the chat window, look for the name of the contact at the top of the screen. Tap on their name to access their contact info.
Step 5: Delete Contact
Within the contact info page, scroll down until you find the option to “Delete Contact” or “Remove Contact.” Tap on this option to initiate the removal process.
Step 6: Confirm Deletion
A confirmation prompt will appear, asking if you want to delete the contact. Confirm your decision by selecting “Delete” or “Remove” (depending on the WhatsApp version) to permanently remove the contact from your WhatsApp contacts list.
Step 7: Success!
Congratulations! You have successfully removed the contact from your WhatsApp contacts list. They will no longer be able to message you via WhatsApp, and their chat history will be deleted from your device.
Repeat these steps for any other contacts you wish to remove from your WhatsApp contacts list. Remember, deleting a contact from WhatsApp won’t delete their number from your device’s general contacts. If you want to remove the number completely, you’ll need to delete it from your phone’s contact list separately.
Removing unwanted numbers from your WhatsApp contacts can help streamline your messaging experience and maintain a clutter-free chat list. By following these step-by-step instructions, you can easily delete contacts from WhatsApp and enjoy a cleaner communication platform. So go ahead and declutter your WhatsApp today!