How to save SMS messages from WhatsApp - briefly?
To save SMS messages from WhatsApp, you can use the built-in backup feature on your device. For iOS users, this can be done through iCloud, and for Android users, through Google Drive. Simply go to WhatsApp settings, select 'Chats,' then 'Chat Backup' and follow the prompts to save your messages.
How to save SMS messages from WhatsApp - in detail?
To save SMS messages from WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:
Backup via Google Drive (Android)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your Android device.
- Access Settings: Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner to open the menu and select "Settings".
- Navigate to Chats: In the settings menu, go to "Chats".
- Enable Backup: Here you will see an option to back up your chats. Tap on it.
- Select Google Drive Account: Choose the Google account where you want to save your backup. If you haven't already done so, sign in to your Google account.
- Set Backup Frequency: You can choose how often you want your messages to be backed up – daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Start Backup: Tap "Back Up" to start the process. This will save all your WhatsApp conversations, including SMS messages, to Google Drive.
Backup via iCloud (iOS)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your iOS device.
- Access Settings: Tap on "Settings" in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Navigate to Chats: In the settings menu, go to "Chats".
- Enable Backup: Here you will see an option to back up your chats. Tap on it.
- Select iCloud Account: Choose the iCloud account where you want to save your backup. If you haven't already done so, sign in to your iCloud account.
- Set Backup Frequency: You can choose how often you want your messages to be backed up – daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Start Backup: Tap "Back Up Now" to start the process. This will save all your WhatsApp conversations, including SMS messages, to iCloud.
Manual Backup via Email (Both Android and iOS)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your device.
- Select Chat: Long press on the chat you want to save until a menu appears.
- Export Chat: Select "More" or the three dots in the upper right corner, then choose "Export Chat".
- Include Media (Optional): Decide whether to include media in your backup.
- Choose Email Account: Select the email account you want to use for sending the chat.
- Send Email: Compose an email with the exported chat and send it to yourself or anyone else you wish.
Backup via Local Storage (Both Android and iOS)
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the application on your device.
- Select Chat: Long press on the chat you want to save until a menu appears.
- Export Chat: Select "More" or the three dots in the upper right corner, then choose "Export Chat".
- Include Media (Optional): Decide whether to include media in your backup.
- Save to Local Storage: Choose "Save to Drive" for Android or "Save to Files" for iOS. This will save a copy of the chat to your device's local storage.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your SMS messages from WhatsApp are safely backed up and accessible whenever you need them.