How to delete contacts on iPhone

Let’s be honest, we’ve all had moments where our iPhone contact list has turned into a confusing maze of old numbers, duplicate entries, or random names we no longer recognise. Whether it’s clearing outdated connections or streamlining your address book, knowing how to delete contacts on iPhone can save time and avoid calling the wrong person by mistake. At Vi, we understand how crucial it is to keep your digital life tidy, especially when you're always on the go. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to walk you through the process. So, let’s get started!

Deleting Single Contacts

To start simple, here’s how to delete contacts on iPhone one at a time:

1. Open the Contacts or Phone app.
2. Long-press the contact you want to remove.
3. Select Delete at the bottom of the pop-up list.
4. Confirm your action.
   
   

It’s easy and straightforward. But what if you have more than just one to get rid of? That’s where things get a little more technical, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

How to Delete Duplicate Contacts on iPhone

We’ve all had moments where syncing with Gmail, iCloud, or another service has led to two (or three!) versions of the same person in our contacts. So, how to delete double contacts on iPhone effectively?

There are two main ways:

• Manual Method: Search for the duplicated contact names and delete them one by one using the steps above.

• iOS Option:If there are instances of double contacts, you can manage them from the prompt that will pop up once you open ‘Contacts’ at the top of the page.

Alternatively, there are several trusted third-party apps that can help merge and clean up your contacts automatically. Just make sure they’re from a reputable source before downloading.

How to Delete Multiple Contacts on iPhone

Apple does allow multi-select deletes directly from the Contacts app. Here’s how to delete multiple contacts on iPhone using a couple of workarounds:

• Via iCloud: Log into your iCloud account on a web browser, head to Contacts, and select several contacts. Then delete them all at once.

• Via Contacts:Long-press a card in your contact list with 2 fingers and drag down to select multiple contacts. Once selected, delete them all at once.

• Third-Party Apps: Certain apps offer easy tools to manage and mass delete.

  
  

How to Delete All Contacts on iPhone

Need a complete fresh start? Here's how to mass delete contacts on iPhone:

• Go to Settings > Contacts > Accounts.
• If your contacts are synced with Gmail, iCloud, or Outlook, simply toggle off the Contacts switch and choose “Delete from My iPhone.”
• Alternatively, go to iCloud.com > Contacts > Select All > Delete.
  
  

This method works best if you’re switching numbers, upgrading devices, or just doing a digital spring cleaning. But do double-check before confirming, as you don’t want to lose important contacts by accident!

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Sorting your contacts might not be the most glamorous phone task, but it is an essential one. Now that you know how to delete contacts on iPhone, along with how to delete duplicate contacts on iPhone, how to delete double contacts on iPhone, how to delete multiple contacts on iPhone, and even how to how to delete all contacts on iPhone, your digital life is about to get a whole lot neater. With Vi, make the most of your iPhone, whether that means staying in touch, cleaning up your contact list, or enjoying lightning-fast connectivity while you do it.

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