Considerations before deleting a contact on Telegram
Before deleting a contact on Telegram, it is important to take into account some aspects that may affect the way you interact with that person on the platform.
- Deleting a contact doesn't mean you'll stop receiving messages from them (unless you block them too).
- Deleting a contact also doesn't stop the person from messaging you in the future.
- The deleted person will not know that you have removed them from your contact list, as this does not affect their contact list.
Delete a contact in Telegram on Android devices
If you are a Telegram user on an Android device, follow these simple steps to delete a contact quickly:
1. Open the Telegram application and go to the screen chat main.
2. Tap on the icon three lines in the upper left corner to open the menu.
3. Tap on Contacts to see the list of people you are connected with on Telegram.
4. Find the contact you want to delete and tap it to open the chat with that person.
5. Tap on the contact name at the top of the screen to open that contact's information and settings.
6. Tap on the icon three points in the upper right corner and select Delete contact in the drop-down menu.
7. A pop-up window will be displayed asking for confirmation. Touch Delete to complete the contact removal process.
Delete a contact in Telegram on iOS devices
If you use an iPhone or iPad, follow these steps to effectively delete a contact on Telegram:
1. Open the telegram app and go to the main chats screen.
2. Tap on Contacts in the lower right corner.
3. Find and select the contact you want to delete to open the chat with that person.
4. Tap on the contact name at the top of the screen to open that contact's information and settings.
5. Tap on Edit in the upper right corner and select Delete contact in the available options.
6. A pop-up window will be displayed asking for confirmation. Touch Delete to complete the contact removal process.
Delete a contact in Telegram on the web or desktop version
If you prefer to use Telegram on your computer, follow these steps to delete a contact on the web or desktop version of the platform:
1. Opens Telegram Web or the desktop app and sign in with your credentials if necessary.
2. Click on the icon CONTACTS at the top to open your contact list.
3. Click the contact you want to delete to open the chat with that person.
4. Click on the contact name at the top of the chat window to open that contact's information and settings.
5. Click on the icon three points in the upper right corner and select Delete contact in the drop-down menu.
6. A pop-up window will be displayed asking for confirmation. Click Delete to complete the contact removal process.
Best practices when deleting contacts on Telegram
To optimize your Telegram experience when deleting contacts, keep these tips in mind:
- If you want to prevent someone from contacting you again in the future, consider blocking that person instead of (or in addition to) removing them as a contact.
- You can organize your contacts into lists or secret chats if necessary, instead of deleting them. This allows you to keep a neater contact list without having to delete people entirely.
By following these steps and tips, you will be able to delete a contact on Telegram quickly and effectively. Remember that knowing how the platform's tools and options work will allow you to have a more positive and efficient user experience.
