Messages are still end-to-end encrypted

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Go to your phone’s settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Storage > Clear Data.

Use a file manager to delete remaining folders under Internal Storage > WhatsApp.

On Android, also delete /Databases/ and /Backups/.

For added security, use a file shredder app that overwrites deleted data.

Deleting WhatsApp data permanently is ideal whatsapp number database when giving away or selling your device — or if you’re switching to another messaging platform.

68. WhatsApp Data Access on Linked Devices
With multi-device support, WhatsApp now lets you use the same account on multiple devices. But how is your data handled?

Chats sync across linked devices.


Only recent messages are downloaded on a new device, not full history.

Linked devices don’t rely on your phone being online.