How to save a phone number in WhatsApp when changing phones?

How to save a phone number in WhatsApp when changing phones - briefly?

To save your WhatsApp data, including phone numbers, when switching phones, use the built-in backup feature. Before setting up your new device, back up your chat history on the old phone and restore it on the new one using Google Drive or iCloud.

How to save a phone number in WhatsApp when changing phones - in detail?

To preserve your WhatsApp data, including phone numbers, when switching phones, follow these detailed steps:

1. Backup Your Data: Before transferring any data, ensure you have a recent backup of your WhatsApp messages and media. This can be done manually or automatically using Google Drive (for Android) or iCloud (for iPhone). To create a manual backup:

   • Open WhatsApp on your current phone.
   • Go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
   • Tap Back Up and follow the prompts to save your data to Google Drive or iCloud.

2. Transfer Data Using Samsung Smart Switch (for Samsung Phones): If you're switching to a new Samsung phone, use Samsung Smart Switch for a seamless transfer:

   • Download and install Smart Switch on both your old and new phones.
   • Connect both devices using a USB cable or follow the on-screen instructions to connect wirelessly.
   • Select WhatsApp from the list of data types to transfer, then tap Transfer.

3. Restore Data on Your New Phone: Once your backup is complete and you've set up your new phone:

   • Verify that your phone number is correct during the initial setup process.
   • Install WhatsApp on your new phone if it's not pre-installed.
   • Open WhatsApp and follow the prompts to restore your chat history from Google Drive or iCloud.
   • Enter your phone number when prompted, and wait for the verification code.
   • Once verified, tap Next, and choose whether to restore your media files as well.

4. Verify Your Phone Number: After restoring your data, it's essential to ensure that your phone number is correctly displayed in WhatsApp:

   • Open WhatsApp on your new phone.
   • Go to Settings > Your Profile.
   • Verify that the phone number listed matches your current number. If it doesn't, you may need to update your phone number within the app or contact WhatsApp support for further assistance.

By following these steps, you can successfully save and transfer your phone number along with your WhatsApp data when switching phones.