How to copy WhatsApp contacts to another device?

How to copy WhatsApp contacts to another device - briefly?

To transfer WhatsApp contacts to another device, you can use the built-in backup and restore feature. First, create a backup on your current device by going to Settings > Chats > Backup. Then, on your new device, during the setup process, select "Restore from Backup" and choose the most recent backup.

How to copy WhatsApp contacts to another device - in detail?

To transfer WhatsApp contacts from one device to another, you can follow these detailed steps:

1. Backup Contacts on the Current Device:

   • Open your current device's settings and navigate to 'Accounts & Sync'.
   • Tap on 'WhatsApp' or 'Google' depending on your device.
   • Ensure that contact syncing is enabled, which will back up your contacts to your Google account.

2. Verify the Backup:

   • Go to your Google Contacts app or visit the Google Contacts website.
   • Log in with your Google account credentials.
   • Check if all your WhatsApp contacts are listed there.

3. Set Up Your New Device:

   • Turn on your new device and follow the initial setup instructions until you reach the screen where it asks to restore from a backup.

4. Restore Contacts on the New Device:

   • During the setup process, sign in with the same Google account that was used for backing up contacts on your old device.
   • Ensure that contact syncing is enabled during this process. Your new device will automatically sync and restore all contacts from your Google account to WhatsApp.

5. Verify Contact Transfer:

   • Open WhatsApp on your new device.
   • Go to the 'Contacts' tab within WhatsApp.
   • Check if all your contacts are listed there. If any contact is missing, you can manually add it using the 'New Contact' option.

By following these steps, you ensure a smooth transfer of your WhatsApp contacts from one device to another.