Hi, I'm Sarah, and I've been a tech enthusiast for over a decade. I'm passionate about all things Apple and have been using iPhones since the very first model. I love helping people get the most out of their devices, and I'm happy to share my knowledge about permanently deleting contacts from your iPhone 6.

Let's delve into how you can permanently erase those unwanted contacts from your iPhone 6, ensuring they are gone for good. It's important to understand that simply deleting a contact from your list doesn't completely remove it from your device. There are a few steps you need to take to ensure complete removal.

1. Deleting Contacts from Your iPhone 6

* Directly from the Contacts App:
1. Open the Contacts app on your iPhone 6.
2. Locate the contact you want to delete. You can either scroll through the list or use the search bar at the top.
3. Tap on the contact's name to open their contact card.
4. In the top right corner, tap Edit.
5. Scroll down to the bottom and tap Delete Contact.
6. Confirm the deletion by tapping Delete Contact again.

* Using the Phone App:
1. Open the Phone app.
2. Navigate to the Recents, Contacts, or Favorites tab, depending on where the contact is listed.
3. Find the contact you wish to delete.
4. Tap the information icon (the blue circle with an "i" inside) next to the contact's name.
5. Scroll down and tap Delete Contact.
6. Confirm the deletion by tapping Delete Contact again.

2. Addressing Synced Contacts

If you have your contacts synced with iCloud or another cloud service, deleting them from your iPhone 6 will also delete them from all your synced devices. Here's how to manage that:

* iCloud:
* If you want to delete the contact from all your devices, ensure Contacts is toggled on in your iCloud settings (Settings > Your Name > iCloud).
* If you only want to delete the contact from your iPhone 6 but keep it in iCloud, turn off Contacts in iCloud settings before deleting the contact. This will prevent the deletion from syncing.

* Other Cloud Services: Refer to the specific settings for other cloud services like Google or Outlook to manage contact syncing.

3. Ensuring Permanent Deletion

After deleting contacts, they may still linger in your Recently Deleted folder for up to 30 days. Here's how to permanently remove them:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap Groups in the top left corner.
3. Tap Recently Deleted.
4. Tap Delete All to erase all recently deleted contacts or select individual contacts and tap Delete.

Additional Points to Remember

* Regular Backups: Always back up your iPhone 6 before making significant changes, including deleting contacts.
* Deleted Contact Recovery: Recovering deleted contacts may be possible if you have a recent backup.
* Third-Party Apps: If you used third-party apps to manage contacts, refer to the app's instructions for deleting contacts permanently.

Remember, deleting contacts is usually irreversible, so double-check before you proceed. By following these steps, you can effectively manage your contacts and permanently delete any unwanted ones from your iPhone 6.
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