How to remove someone from a Signal group chat

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Signal is one of the best encrypted messaging apps available. to date. It's a a go-to for secure messaging — but even the most private group chats sometimes need a little housekeeping.

Maybe someone was added by mistake, maybe the vibe has shifted, or maybe you just want to avoid a headline-making group chat blunder. Whatever the reason, removing someone from a Signal group chat is easy — if you’re the admin.

Unlike some messaging platforms, Signal doesn’t let just anyone kick members out. You need admin rights to remove a person from a group, and the process is simple once you know where to tap.

Here's how to remove someone from a signal group chat without any drama.


1. Open group chat settings

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Open the group chat and tap the group name at the top of the screen.

2. Confirm you're an admin

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In the group details, scroll to the member list and confirm Admin appears next to your name. Only admins can remove members.

3. Select the member to remove

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If you’re an admin, tap on the name of the member you want to remove.

4. Remove from the group

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Tap Remove from Group, then confirm when prompted.


And there we have it. You now know how to remove someone from a Signal chat. While you're here, why not take a look at some of our other social media articles?

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Kaycee is Tom's Guide's How-To Editor, known for tutorials that skip the fluff and get straight to what works. She writes across AI, homes, phones, and everything in between — because life doesn't stick to categories and neither should good advice. With years of experience in tech and content creation, she's built her reputation on turning complicated subjects into straightforward solutions. Kaycee is also an award-winning poet and co-editor at Fox and Star Books. Her debut collection is published by Bloodaxe, with a second book in the works.

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