How to make a backup copy of WhatsApp on another phone?

How to make a backup copy of WhatsApp on another phone - briefly?

To create a backup copy of WhatsApp on another phone, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp on your old phone and go to the "Chats" section.
2. Tap on "Settings," then "Chats," and finally "Backup."

How to make a backup copy of WhatsApp on another phone - in detail?

Creating a backup copy of WhatsApp on another phone can be essential for preserving important conversations, media files, and contacts. This process involves several steps that ensure your data is securely transferred from one device to another. Below is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

Backup WhatsApp Data Using Google Drive (Android)

1. Ensure Compatibility: Both phones should be Android devices running OS 4.0 or newer, and have Google Play services installed.
2. Backup on the Original Phone:
   • Open WhatsApp on your original phone.
   • Go to Menu > Settings > Chats.
   • Tap on Chat backup.
   • Select Google Drive as the backup location and choose a frequency for automatic backups (daily, weekly, monthly).
   • Tap on Back up over and select your preferred network option.
3. Transfer Data to the New Phone:
   • Install WhatsApp on the new phone from the Google Play Store.
   • Verify that both phones are using the same Google account.
   • During setup, you will be prompted to restore chats from a backup. Tap Restore.
4. Complete the Setup:
   • After the restoration process is complete, tap Next and follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up WhatsApp on your new phone.

Transfer Data Using iCloud (iPhone)

1. Ensure Compatibility: Both phones should be iOS devices running iOS 8 or newer.
2. Backup on the Original Phone:
   • Open WhatsApp on your original iPhone.
   • Go to Settings > Chats.
   • Tap on Chat Backup.
   • Select iCloud as the backup location and choose a frequency for automatic backups (daily, weekly, monthly).
3. Transfer Data to the New Phone:
   • Install WhatsApp on your new iPhone from the App Store.
   • Verify that both phones are using the same Apple ID.
   • During setup, you will be prompted to restore chats from a backup. Tap Restore.
4. Complete the Setup:
   • After the restoration process is complete, tap Next and follow the on-screen instructions to finish setting up WhatsApp on your new phone.

Transfer Data Using Local Backup (iPhone & Android)

1. Backup on the Original Phone:
   • Open WhatsApp on your original phone.
   • Go to Menu > Settings > Chats.
   • Tap on Chat backup.
2. Transfer Data Using Email or File Transfer Services:
   • For Android: Use a file manager app to locate the backup folder (sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases) and transfer the latest backup file (msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.db.crypt12) via email or cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.
   • For iPhone: Use a computer to connect your original phone using a USB cable. Open iTunes/Finder and create a local backup of your iPhone which includes WhatsApp data. Transfer the backup file to the new phone using email or cloud storage services.
3. Restore Data on the New Phone:
   • For Android: Download and install a file manager app, locate the transferred backup file, and rename it from msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.db.crypt12 to msgstore.db.crypt12.
   • For iPhone: Use iTunes/Finder to restore the local backup onto your new phone.
4. Complete the Setup:
   • Reinstall WhatsApp on the new phone from the App Store or Google Play Store.
   • During setup, you will be prompted to restore chats from a backup. Tap Restore.

By following these detailed steps, you can ensure that your WhatsApp data is securely transferred and restored on another phone, allowing you to continue your conversations seamlessly.