How do I recover a deleted WhatsApp chat without deleting it?

How do I recover a deleted WhatsApp chat without deleting it - briefly?

Recovering a deleted WhatsApp chat without losing current data involves using backup files. Ensure you have a recent backup on Google Drive or iCloud, then follow these steps:

1. Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
2. During the setup process, restore your chat history from the backup.

How do I recover a deleted WhatsApp chat without deleting it - in detail?

To recover a deleted WhatsApp chat without permanently losing any data, you can follow these detailed steps:

1. Check for Backups: WhatsApp automatically creates backups of your chats at 2 AM every day and saves them to your phone's internal storage or cloud storage (Google Drive for Android and iCloud for iOS). To recover a deleted chat, ensure that the backup was created before the deletion.

2. Uninstall and Reinstall WhatsApp:

   • For Android: Go to your phone's Settings > Apps > WhatsApp, then tap 'Uninstall'. After uninstalling, go to the Google Play Store, search for WhatsApp, and tap 'Install'.
   • For iOS: Tap and hold the WhatsApp icon until it jiggles, then tap the small 'x' in the corner of the app. Confirm that you want to delete the app. After deleting, go to the App Store, search for WhatsApp, and tap 'Get'.

3. Restore from Backup:

   • During the initial setup after reinstalling WhatsApp, you will be prompted to restore your chats from a backup. Tap 'Restore' when this option appears.
   • If you're not prompted to restore automatically, you can manually initiate the restoration process:
     • For Android: After verifying your phone number during setup, tap 'Continue', then select 'Restore' when prompted.
     • For iOS: After verifying your phone number during setup, tap 'Next', then select 'Restore Chat History'.
4. Verify Restoration: Once the restoration process is complete, you can verify that your deleted chat has been successfully recovered by checking your WhatsApp chat list or searching for the contact in the app's search bar.

5. Avoid Permanent Loss: To prevent permanent loss of your chats in the future, make sure to:

   • Regularly backup your chats manually (WhatsApp > Settings > Chats > Chat Backup).
   • Ensure that your Google Drive or iCloud account has enough storage space for backups.
   • Keep your WhatsApp app and phone's operating system up-to-date to benefit from the latest features and improvements.