If you’ve been disappointed with messaging apps and have been wondering, how do I get rid of WhatsApp? Here’s how to permanently delete your WhatsApp account. Keep in mind that deleting the app from your device doesn’t delete your account on the WhatsApp service. This article will show you how to backup your account and then delete it.

WhatsApp is a messaging app that uses secure encryption to keep your chats and calls private. WhatsApp works on Android, iOS, and you can even use WhatsApp on your computer.

Before you delete your WhatsApp account, please note that deleting your WhatsApp account will do the following:

If that sounds too scary, you can temporarily deactivate your account. Either way, it's a good idea to back up first.