How to create a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone?

How to create a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone - briefly?

To create a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone, follow these steps:

  1. Install WhatsApp on the new phone and complete the initial setup until you reach the screen asking for verification.
  2. Use a third-party backup tool or manually transfer the necessary files from your old phone to the new one, then restore the backup on the new device.

How to create a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone - in detail?

Creating a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone involves several steps, including backing up your data and restoring it on the new device. Here is a detailed guide to help you through the process:

  1. Backup Your Data:

    • Open WhatsApp on your current phone.
    • Go to the menu (three dots in the top right corner) and select "Settings."
    • Navigate to "Chats" and then "Chat Backup."
    • Tap on "BACK UP" to create a backup of your messages, photos, videos, and other data. You can choose to back up your data to Google Drive. This process may take some time depending on the size of your data.

  2. Transfer Data:

    • After the backup is complete, you need to transfer this backup to your new Android phone. There are two main methods for this: using Google Drive or manually copying the files.

  3. Using Google Drive:

    • Ensure that both phones are connected to the internet and have enough storage space.
    • On your new phone, install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store if you haven't already.
    • Open WhatsApp on your new phone and follow the prompts to verify your phone number.
    • When prompted, tap "RESTORE" when you see the option to restore your chat history from a backup file found in Google Drive.
    • Wait for the restoration process to complete. This may take some time depending on the size of your backup and the speed of your internet connection.

  4. Manually Copying Files (if not using Google Drive):

    • Connect your current phone to a computer via USB cable.
    • Navigate to the internal storage or SD card where WhatsApp files are stored, typically in a folder named "WhatsApp" or "WhatsApp/Databases."
    • Copy the backup file (it will have a .db extension) to your computer.
    • Connect your new phone to the same computer and copy the backup file from the computer to the appropriate directory on your new phone, usually in the "WhatsApp/Databases" folder.

  5. Restore Data:

    • On your new phone, open WhatsApp and follow the prompts to verify your phone number.
    • When prompted, tap "RESTORE" when you see the option to restore your chat history from a backup file.
    • Wait for the restoration process to complete. This may take some time depending on the size of your backup and the speed of your internet connection.

  6. Final Steps:

    • After the restoration is complete, you will be able to see all your chats, photos, videos, and other data in WhatsApp on your new phone.
    • Ensure that you have enabled automatic backups in WhatsApp settings on your new phone to keep your data safe for future use.

By following these steps, you can successfully create a duplicate of WhatsApp on another Android phone, ensuring that all your important data is transferred and accessible on your new device.