How to make a backup copy in WhatsApp from Android to Android?

How to make a backup copy in WhatsApp from Android to Android - briefly?

To create a backup of your WhatsApp data from one Android device to another, follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp on your current device and navigate to the Settings menu.
  2. Select "Chats" > "Chat Backup," and follow the prompts to back up your chats to Google Drive.

How to make a backup copy in WhatsApp from Android to Android - in detail?

To create a backup copy of your WhatsApp data from one Android device to another, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Ensure Compatibility: Firstly, ensure that both devices are compatible with the backup and restore process. Both should be running Android OS version 4.0 or higher and have enough storage space.

  2. Backup on the Old Device:

    • Open WhatsApp on your old Android device.
    • Tap on the three dots (menu) in the upper right corner of the screen.
    • Select 'Settings' from the dropdown menu.
    • Navigate to 'Chats' and then select 'Chat Backup'.
    • You will be prompted to back up your chats to Google Drive. Tap on 'BACK UP' to initiate the process.
    • Choose the Google account where you want to save the backup. If you don’t have a Google account, you will need to create one.
    • Select the backup frequency (daily, weekly, monthly) according to your preference.
    • Tap on 'BACK UP' again to start the backup process. This may take some time depending on the amount of data.

  3. Transfer Data:

    • Once the backup is complete, you can transfer your WhatsApp data to the new device. Make sure both devices are connected to the internet during this process.
    • Install WhatsApp on your new Android device from the Google Play Store if it’s not already installed.

  4. Restore on the New Device:

    • Open WhatsApp on your new Android device.
    • Follow the prompts to verify your phone number.
    • When prompted, tap 'RESTORE' when you see the option to restore your chat history from Google Drive.
    • Wait for the restoration process to complete. The time it takes will depend on the amount of data being restored and your internet connection speed.
    • Once the restoration is finished, WhatsApp will begin restoring your media files (photos, videos, etc.).

  5. Complete the Setup:

    • After the restoration process is complete, tap 'NEXT' to proceed with setting up your profile name and picture.
    • Finally, tap 'FINISH' to start using WhatsApp on your new device.

By following these steps, you can successfully transfer your WhatsApp data from one Android device to another, ensuring that all your messages, media, and other important information are safely backed up and restored.