How to move a WhatsApp backup copy to another phone - briefly?
To transfer your WhatsApp backup to another phone, you need to ensure both phones are using the same operating system (iOS or Android) and follow these steps:
- Backup your chat history on the original phone.
- During the setup process on the new phone, restore from the backup when prompted.
How to move a WhatsApp backup copy to another phone - in detail?
To transfer a WhatsApp backup copy from one phone to another, follow these detailed steps:
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Backup Your Chats on the Old Phone:
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Uninstall WhatsApp on the Old Phone:
- After the backup is complete, uninstall WhatsApp from your old phone. This step ensures that your chat history won't be restored accidentally.
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Install and Verify Your New Phone Number:
- Insert your SIM card into the new phone to ensure you have the same phone number as on your old phone.
- Verify your phone number if prompted during the initial setup of your new phone.
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Install WhatsApp on the New Phone:
- Download and install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or App Store on your new phone.
- Open WhatsApp and agree to the terms of service.
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Restore Your Chats on the New Phone:
- During the setup process, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from a backup. If not, go to
Settings
>Chats
>Chat Backup
. - Tap
Restore
when prompted to restore your chats and media from the Google Drive backup created earlier.
- During the setup process, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from a backup. If not, go to
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Wait for the Restoration Process to Complete:
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Verify Your Chats:
By following these steps, you can seamlessly move your WhatsApp backup copy from one phone to another, ensuring that you don't lose any important data in the process.