How do I create a backup of WhatsApp on Android to transfer it to another iPhone?

How do I create a backup of WhatsApp on Android to transfer it to another iPhone - briefly?

To create a backup of WhatsApp on an Android device and transfer it to an iPhone, follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp on your Android phone, go to "Settings" > "Chats" > "Backup".
  2. Follow the prompts to back up your chat history. Once completed, use the official "Move to iOS" app to facilitate the transfer to your iPhone.

How do I create a backup of WhatsApp on Android to transfer it to another iPhone - in detail?

Creating a backup of WhatsApp on an Android device and transferring it to an iPhone involves several detailed steps, including using a third-party application due to the incompatibility between the two operating systems. Below is a comprehensive guide to help you through this process:

  1. Backup WhatsApp on Android:

    • Open the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
    • Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner to access the menu.
    • Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
    • Go to "Chats."
    • Choose "Backup" and follow the prompts to back up your WhatsApp data to Google Drive. Ensure you have a strong internet connection for this process.

  2. Export Chat History:

    • While still in WhatsApp, go back to the main chat screen.
    • Select the conversation or group chat you want to transfer.
    • Tap on the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner of the specific chat.
    • Choose "More" and then select "Export Chat."
    • You will be prompted to choose whether to include media (photos, videos, etc.) or not. Select "Include Media" for a complete backup.
    • Choose your preferred method to export the chat, such as emailing it to yourself or saving it directly to your device storage.

  3. Transfer Data to iPhone:

    • On your computer, open the email containing the WhatsApp chat history you exported from your Android device.
    • Download the attached file (usually a .txt file) to your computer.
    • Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable and transfer the downloaded file to your iPhone via iTunes or Finder (depending on your macOS version).

  4. Restore WhatsApp Chat History on iPhone:

    • Ensure that you have already installed WhatsApp on your iPhone from the App Store.
    • Open WhatsApp on your iPhone and go through the initial setup process until you reach the screen prompting you to restore chat history from an iCloud backup (if available).
    • Instead of restoring from iCloud, tap "Skip" at the bottom of the screen.
    • Go to the "Files" app on your iPhone, find the downloaded WhatsApp chat history file, and open it.
    • This will prompt you to import the chat history into WhatsApp. Follow the instructions to complete the process.

  5. Setting Up Your New WhatsApp Account: