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There's currently no way to log out from within the WhatsApp apps for iOS or Android. You can only delete it.iOS: Settings > General > iPhone Storage > WhatsApp > Delete App or long tap the app on your home screen to select X or Remove App.Android: Settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Storage > Clear data. WhatsApp doesn't have the option to log out on the iOS or Android apps. This article outlines how to delete the app on iOS and clear data on Android, which are the only ways to log out for all intents and purposes. How to Log Out of WhatsApp on iPhone
To log out of WhatsApp on iOS, you basically have to delete the app from your device. If you're not already backing up your app data, follow the instructions at the end of this article before proceeding. Go to your iOS Settings. Select General. Select iPhone Storage. Scroll down and select WhatsApp. Select Delete App. Confirm you want to delete the app by selecting Delete App again. Tip
You can also delete WhatsApp directly from your home screen by tapping and holding your finger down on the app icon. Depending on your iOS version, select the X in the top corner of the app icon or select Remove App from the menu. How to Log Out of WhatsApp on Android
Unlike WhatsApp for iOS, you don't need to delete the Android app to log out of your account. You do, however, need to clear the app's data from your device settings. If you're don't already back up your app data, follow the instructions at the end of this article first. Open your Android device Settings. Scroll down and select Apps. Scroll down and select WhatsApp. Under Usage, select Storage. Tap Clear data at the bottom of the screen. Tap OK to confirm. Tip
You can confirm you've been logged out by opening WhatsApp. You should see that you'll need to log back in again to use it. What Else to Know About Logging Out of WhatsApp
WhatsApp allows you to log out of your account on the web, desktop app, or Facebook Portal, but no on the WhatsApp mobile apps. When you exit WhatsApp on your mobile device, the app goes into standby mode, meaning you'll still receive messages and calls. Backing Up Your WhatsApp Data
If you want to back up your data on an iPhone, you need to link it to an iCloud account. In WhatsApp for iOS, tap Settings > Chat Backup > Back Up Now. Doing this will allow you to restore your chat history and media if you decide to return to the app. On Android, you need to connect your account to a cloud service. In WhatsApp for Android, select the three vertical dots in the top corner followed by Settings > Chats > Chat Backup > Backup. You then have the opportunity to restore your data when you log back in. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Change Phones Without Losing WhatsApp How to Restore WhatsApp Messages How to Log Out of Facebook Messenger How to Log Out of Facebook How to Fix It When WhatsApp Isn't Working How to Clear Your iPhone Cache How to Delete Apps From Your iPhone How to Delete Tinder How to Change the Instagram Icon in iOS and Android How to Recover Deleted Text Messages on Any Phone How to Fix It When WhatsApp Images and Videos Are Not Showing in Gallery Why Does My Phone Keep Freezing? How to Set Up a New Android From an Old Phone How to Free Up Space on Android Phones Can You Delete the Apps That Come With the iPhone? How to Delete Any WhatsApp Contact Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies