How to Permanently Delete Your WhatsApp Account in 2025
Step-by-step instructions to permanently delete your WhatsApp account. Learn how to remove your profile, chats, media and data for good.
Before you begin
- Time required: ~2 minutes
- Data loss: All chats, media, contacts and account info will be permanently removed
- Backup: Export important chats first - deletion is immediate and irreversible
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Steps
- Open WhatsApp and tap Settings (three dots on Android or Settings tab on iPhone).
- Tap Account, then Delete my account.
- Enter your phone number in full international format and tap Delete my account.
- Select a reason for leaving and tap Delete my account to confirm permanent deletion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will deleting WhatsApp delete my chat history?
Yes, all your chat history, media files, and account information will be permanently deleted from WhatsApp servers. Make sure to backup important conversations first.
Can I use the same phone number to create a new WhatsApp account?
Yes, you can create a new WhatsApp account with the same phone number after deletion, but all previous data will be gone.
How do I backup my WhatsApp chats before deleting?
Go to Settings > Chats > Chat backup and tap Back up now to save your chats to Google Drive (Android) or iCloud (iPhone).