WhatsApp is rolling out a much-needed update to help users manage their growing chat storage. The platform is testing a new “Manage Storage” feature that allows users to view and control storage usage for each individual chat.
Here’s everything you need to know about it.
🗂️ 1. What is the “Manage Storage” Feature?
· This feature lets you see how much storage each chat is consuming, including messages, photos, videos, GIFs, and voice notes.
· You can delete unnecessary items from specific chats without affecting the rest of your conversations.
· The goal is to free up space efficiently without deleting entire chats.
🔍 2. How It Works
· Navigate to Settings → Storage and Data → Manage Storage.
· You’ll see a list of all chats arranged by storage usage.
· Click on a chat to view detailed breakdowns, including:
o Large files
o Forwarded media
o Links and documents
· Select items to delete individually or in bulk.
🧹 3. Benefits of the New Feature
1. Precision Cleaning – Remove only the unnecessary files from a chat.
2. Space Management – Easily track which chats are using the most storage.
3. Reduce Device Clutter – Free up gigabytes without deleting important messages.
4. Faster App Performance – Less storage means smoother app operation.
⚡ 4. Who Will Benefit Most?
· WhatsApp power users with hundreds of active chats
· people who receive lots of media daily
· Users with limited phone storage
· Anyone tired of messy chat storage and slow app performance
🔜 5. Availability
· The feature is currently in the testing phase.
· It is expected to roll out to all iOS and Android users in the coming weeks.
🌟 Bottom Line
WhatsApp’s Manage Storage feature makes it easier than ever to take control of your chats, delete unwanted files, and keep your phone clutter-free.
Finally, you can say goodbye to storage warnings and enjoy a faster, cleaner whatsapp experience!
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