Overview

• A hidden Manage Storage option under Settings > Storage and Data lets users review and delete chat files to free device space.
• WhatsApp automatically saves all exchanged media—photos, videos, voice notes, stickers, GIFs and documents—which can rapidly fill local storage.
• Deleted items cannot be recovered in the app and require reinstalling WhatsApp to restore from the latest Google Drive or iCloud backup.
• Users can enable ephemeral messages for 24 hours, 7 days or 90 days so content is automatically purged without manual intervention.
• Regularly clearing chat data and using temporary messaging helps maintain optimal performance on both Android and iOS devices.