How to open a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive - briefly?
To restore a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive, you need to reinstall WhatsApp on your device and follow the prompts during setup to restore the backup from Google Drive. This process will replace any existing data on your device with the backed-up data.
How to open a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive - in detail?
To restore a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive, follow these detailed steps:
- Ensure Compatibility: Before proceeding, make sure your phone is compatible with the backup. The backup must be created on the same type of device (iOS or Android) and operating system version as the one you are using to restore it.
- Install WhatsApp: If WhatsApp is not already installed on your device, download and install it from the Google Play Store for Android devices or the App Store for iOS devices.
- Verify Phone Number: Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number. During the verification process, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from a backup if one is available on Google Drive.
- Restore Backup: When prompted, tap 'Restore' to restore your chat history. This process may take some time depending on the size of the backup and the speed of your internet connection.
- Wait for Completion: Do not interrupt the restoration process. Keep WhatsApp open until the progress bar reaches 100%. Once completed, you will see a 'Next' button. Tap it to proceed.
- Review Restored Data: After tapping 'Next', you can review your restored data, including media and messages. You may need to tap on individual chats or groups to load all the messages.
- Finish Setup: Complete the setup process by following the on-screen instructions. This includes accepting WhatsApp's terms of service and privacy policy.
- Access Your Chats: Once the setup is complete, you can access your chats, groups, and media as they were before creating the backup.