How to save all chats in WhatsApp - briefly?
To save all your chats in WhatsApp, you can back up your data using the built-in backup feature available on both iOS and Android devices. This process will securely store your chat history, including messages, photos, videos, and voice messages, to your cloud storage or local device.
How to save all chats in WhatsApp - in detail?
Saving all your chats in WhatsApp is a straightforward process that ensures you don't lose any important conversations, media files, or documents. Here’s a detailed guide on how to back up and save all your WhatsApp chats:
Backing Up Chats via Google Drive (Android)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android device.
- Access Settings: Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner to access the menu, and then select "Settings."
- Navigate to Chats: In the Settings menu, tap on "Chats."
- Select Chat Backup: Under the "Chats" section, you will see an option labeled "Backup." Tap on it.
- Initiate Backup: On the backup screen, you can choose whether to include videos in your backup. By default, WhatsApp includes videos unless you select "Only when connected to Wi-Fi." Tap on the "BACK UP" button at the bottom of the screen to start the process.
- Wait for Completion: The backup will be saved to your Google Drive account. You can check the last backup date and time in the chat backup section.
Backing Up Chats via iCloud (iPhone)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your iPhone.
- Access Settings: Tap on "Settings" at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Navigate to Chats: In the Settings menu, tap on "Chats."
- Select Chat Backup: Under the "Chats" section, you will see an option labeled "Backup." Tap on it.
- Initiate Backup: On the backup screen, you can choose whether to include videos in your backup. By default, WhatsApp includes videos unless you select "Only when connected to Wi-Fi." Make sure you are connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and tap on the "BACK UP NOW" button at the bottom of the screen to start the process.
- Sign In to iCloud: If prompted, sign in with your Apple ID credentials.
- Wait for Completion: The backup will be saved to your iCloud account. You can check the last backup date and time in the chat backup section.
Manual Backup Using Email
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
- Select Chat: Long-press on the chat you want to save or select multiple chats by tapping on the three dots in the upper right corner and choosing "Select Chats."
- Export Chat: Tap on the three dots again at the top right of the screen and select "More" > "Export Chat."
- Choose Export Option: You can choose to include or exclude media files. Selecting "Without Media" will create a text file, while selecting "Include Media" will attach all the images, videos, and documents in the chat.
- Send via Email: Choose the email client you prefer (e.g., Gmail) and send the exported chat to your email address. This will create an email with the chat history attached as a .txt file or a zip file containing media files.
Restoring Backup
- For Android: When setting up WhatsApp on a new device, you will be prompted to restore from a backup during the initial setup process. Follow the prompts and choose the most recent backup from Google Drive.
- For iPhone: During the initial setup of WhatsApp on your new iPhone, you will be asked if you want to restore your chat history. Tap "Restore Chat History" and select the most recent backup from iCloud.
By following these steps, you can ensure that all your important conversations and media files are safely backed up and ready to be restored whenever needed.