How to save correspondence in WhatsApp from an old phone to a new one?

How to save correspondence in WhatsApp from an old phone to a new one - briefly?

To transfer WhatsApp conversations from an old phone to a new one, follow these steps:

  1. Back up your chats on the old phone using WhatsApp's built-in backup feature.
  2. Install WhatsApp on the new phone and restore the backup during the setup process.

How to save correspondence in WhatsApp from an old phone to a new one - in detail?

To transfer your WhatsApp messages from an old phone to a new one, you can follow these detailed steps:

  1. Backup Your Chats on the Old Phone:

    • Open WhatsApp on your old phone.
    • Go to the 'Settings' tab by tapping on the three dots in the upper right corner (or by going to Menu > Settings on some devices).
    • Navigate to 'Chats' and then select 'Chat Backup'.
    • Tap on 'Back Up' to create a backup of your chats. This process will back up your chats to Google Drive (on Android) or iCloud (on iPhone), depending on your device type.

  2. Transfer Your SIM Card:

    • If you are switching phones but keeping the same number, transfer your SIM card from the old phone to the new one. This step is crucial as WhatsApp verifies your phone number during the setup process.

  3. Install and Set Up WhatsApp on the New Phone:

    • Install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store (on Android) or the App Store (on iPhone).
    • Open WhatsApp on your new phone.
    • Follow the prompts to verify your phone number. This involves entering the code sent via SMS to your phone.

  4. Restore Your Chats:

    • Once you have verified your phone number and set up WhatsApp, you will be prompted to restore your chats from a backup. If not prompted automatically, you can initiate this process manually:
      • On Android: During the setup process, tap on 'Restore' when prompted.
      • On iPhone: After verifying your phone number, you may see an option to 'Restore Chat History'. Tap on it and follow the instructions.
    • WhatsApp will then restore your chats from the backup created earlier. The time required for this process depends on the size of your chat history and the speed of your internet connection.

  5. Complete the Setup:

    • After the restoration is complete, you can continue using WhatsApp on your new phone with all your previous messages intact.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly transfer your WhatsApp correspondence from an old phone to a new one without losing any of your important conversations.