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WhatsApp Users Unlock Hidden Storage Tool and Ephemeral Messages to Manage Space

The Manage Storage feature lets users delete chat media manually or automatically with ephemeral messaging set to clear files after a chosen period.

Los usuarios de la app suelen preguntarse cómo recuperar datos claves que borraron accidentalmente
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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.