How to empty WhatsApp trash to free up space and speed up your phone

Delete hidden WhatsApp files on iPhone (iOS)

1. Delete files from the WhatsApp app

Even though you don’t have direct access to WhatsApp’s internal files on iOS, unlike Android, you can still perform a comprehensive cleanup:

• Open   WhatsApp  .
• Go to   Settings > Storage & Data > Manage Storage  .
• You see here:
  • The   most space-consuming discussions  .
  • Large files  (videos, documents, etc.).
• Tap each conversation and then select:
  • Select > Select All > Delete  .

This way, you can manually delete unnecessary media files, including “sent” ones, which WhatsApp often saves twice.

Also remember to clear the WhatsApp cache

The cache is a collection of temporary files designed to speed up the application. However, the more they accumulate, the slower the application becomes.

To empty it:

1. Go to Settings > Apps > WhatsApp
2. Tap Storage
3. Tap “Clear Cache”

Don’t worry: This won’t delete your messages or important files. Just unnecessary temporary data.

Use the Manage Storage feature in WhatsApp

WhatsApp includes a very useful tool for sorting your files:

1. Open the app
2. Go to Settings > Storage & Data > Manage Storage

   You will see:

   • Multiple shared files
   • Large files (videos, audios, documents)
   • The space occupied by each conversation

   This allows you to sort quickly and easily.

   With these tips, you can make your phone run more smoothly and be more responsive. A little digital cleaning and your WhatsApp will work like new again.