How to link WhatsApp to a new phone?

How to link WhatsApp to a new phone - briefly?

To link WhatsApp to a new phone, first back up your chat history on the old device using Google Drive or iCloud, depending on your operating system. Then, install WhatsApp on the new phone and follow the prompts to restore the backup.

How to link WhatsApp to a new phone - in detail?

To successfully transfer your WhatsApp account to a new phone, follow these detailed steps:

1. Backup Your Chat History:

   • On your old phone, open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
   • Navigate to Chats > Chat Backup.
   • Tap on Back Up Now and wait for the process to complete. This will save your chat history to Google Drive (or iCloud for iOS users).

2. Uninstall WhatsApp on Your Old Phone:

   • After ensuring that your chat history is backed up, uninstall WhatsApp from your old phone.

3. Install WhatsApp on Your New Phone:

   • Download and install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on your new phone.
   • Open WhatsApp and agree to the terms of service.

4. Restore Your Chat History:

   • When prompted, enter your phone number. Make sure it's the same number associated with your old WhatsApp account.
   • You will receive a verification code via SMS. Enter this code into WhatsApp on your new phone.
   • Once verified, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from Google Drive (or iCloud for iOS users). Tap Restore and wait for the process to complete.

5. Verify Your Number:

   • After restoring your chat history, WhatsApp will attempt to verify your phone number automatically. If it fails, you may need to manually enter the verification code sent via SMS.

6. Complete the Setup:

   • Once verified, you can proceed with setting up your profile picture and other settings as needed.

By following these steps, you will have successfully linked WhatsApp to your new phone while preserving your chat history.