How to save chats in WhatsApp when changing phones from Android to iPhone - briefly?
To save your WhatsApp chats when switching from an Android phone to an iPhone, use the official Move to iOS app. This tool facilitates a seamless transition of your chat history and other data between the two platforms.
How to save chats in WhatsApp when changing phones from Android to iPhone - in detail?
To ensure a smooth transition of your WhatsApp chats when switching from an Android phone to an iPhone, follow these detailed steps:
Backup Your Chats on 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 select 'Settings'.
- Navigate to Chat Backup: Go to 'Chats' and then 'Chat Backup'.
- Backup Your Chats: Ensure that your Google Drive backup is enabled. If not, tap on 'Back up to Google Drive' and select a suitable backup frequency (daily, weekly, monthly). This will back up your chats, photos, videos, and voice messages to Google Drive.
- Complete the Backup: Tap 'BACK UP' to start the process. Wait until it is complete before proceeding.
Set Up Your New iPhone
- Turn On Your iPhone: Power on your new iPhone and go through the initial setup process.
- Install WhatsApp: Download and install WhatsApp from the App Store if it's not already installed.
- Verify Phone Number: Open WhatsApp, enter your phone number, and verify it using the code sent via SMS.
Restore Chats on iPhone
- Follow Prompts: During the setup process in WhatsApp, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from a backup. Tap 'Restore Chat History'.
- Link Google Drive Account (if needed): If this is your first time restoring from a Google Drive backup on an iPhone, you'll need to link your Google account. Sign in using the same Google account that was used for backing up on your Android device.
- Wait for Restoration: WhatsApp will automatically start restoring your messages and media from the Google Drive backup. This process may take some time depending on the size of your backup and the speed of your internet connection.
- Complete Setup: Once the restoration is complete, you can start using WhatsApp on your iPhone with all your previous chats intact.
Important Notes:
- Ensure that both your Android and iPhone devices are connected to a stable Wi-Fi network during the backup and restore process for optimal performance.
- Make sure your Google account has enough storage space in Google Drive to accommodate the WhatsApp backup.
- The restoration process will not include any messages or media sent or received after creating the backup on your Android device.
By following these steps, you can seamlessly transfer your WhatsApp chats from an Android phone to an iPhone without losing any important conversations or media.