Deleted messages in WhatsApp, how?

Deleted messages in WhatsApp, how - briefly?

Deleted messages in WhatsApp can be recovered using the "Chat Backup" feature if enabled before deletion. However, for messages deleted after the backup time, recovery is not possible without external software or professional assistance.

Deleted messages in WhatsApp, how - in detail?

Deleted messages in WhatsApp can be recovered using several methods, depending on whether you have backups enabled and the specific circumstances of deletion. Here's a detailed guide on how to recover deleted messages in WhatsApp:

1. Using Google Drive Backup (Android):

   • Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp from the Google Play Store.
   • Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number.
   • When prompted, tap 'Restore' to restore your chats from the most recent backup stored on Google Drive.
   • If you don't see the 'Restore' option, it might be because there isn't a backup available or the backup file is corrupt.

2. Using iCloud Backup (iPhone):

   • Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp from the App Store.
   • Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number.
   • When prompted, tap 'Restore Chat History' to restore your chats from the most recent backup stored on iCloud.
   • If you don't see the 'Restore Chat History' option, it might be because there isn't a backup available or the backup file is corrupt.

3. Without Backup (Android and iPhone):

   • WhatsApp doesn’t store messages on its servers, so without a backup, recovering deleted messages directly from the app isn't possible. However, you can check if the messages are still in your phone's storage:
     • Go to File Manager or use a file explorer app (on Android).
     • Navigate to sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases.
     • Look for files named msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.1.db.crypt12 and rename them to remove the '.crypt12' extension.
     • Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp, then verify your phone number.
     • When prompted, tap 'Restore' to restore from the local backup.
   • Note: This method won’t work if messages were deleted a long time ago or if the database files are corrupted.

4. Using Third-Party Software (Android and iPhone):

   • There are third-party software tools available that claim to recover deleted WhatsApp messages, but their effectiveness varies. Examples include dr.fone - Recover (WhatsApp), EaseUS MobiSaver, and Tenorshare UltData.
   • These tools often require rooting or jailbreaking your device, which can void warranties and pose security risks. Use them with caution and ensure you trust the source.

5. Ask the Sender (All Platforms):

   • If the messages were recently deleted and you have a good relationship with the sender, you could ask them to resend the messages. This is often the simplest and most effective method, though it may not be feasible in all situations.

6. Check Email Backups (All Platforms):

   • If you have email backup enabled for your WhatsApp chats, you can retrieve deleted messages from your email account. Go to your email settings and look for any emails sent by WhatsApp containing chat backups.