What Happens to Your WhatsApp Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Contact
support@whatsapp.com
Messages
Download first
Timeline
30 days
Step-by-Step Guide
Download chat history if you have device access
Open WhatsApp on the deceased phone, Settings > Chats > Export Chat for important conversations.
Request account deletion
Email support@whatsapp.com with death certificate and phone number on account.
Document Now Checklist
- WhatsApp phone number
- Whether important chats need preserving
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Start your vault — free for 30 daysLast verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with WhatsApp. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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X does NOT memorialise accounts. If not deactivated, X may eventually delete your account due to inactivity.
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