How to save stickers in WhatsApp when deleting them?

How to save stickers in WhatsApp when deleting them - briefly?

To save stickers in WhatsApp before deleting them, you can take a screenshot or use the "Star" feature to mark your favorite stickers for easy access later.

How to save stickers in WhatsApp when deleting them - in detail?

To ensure that you retain your favorite WhatsApp stickers even after deleting the app, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Locate Stickers: Navigate to any chat where you have used or received stickers. Tap on a sticker to enlarge it.
  3. Save Sticker: With the sticker enlarged, you will see three options at the top of your screen: 'Star', 'Delete', and a download icon (a downward-facing arrow). Tap on the download icon to save the sticker to your device's gallery.
  4. Access Saved Stickers: To view all saved stickers, go to your device's gallery or photo library. They will be stored under a folder named 'WhatsApp Images'.
  5. Backup WhatsApp Data (Optional but Recommended): If you are planning to delete and reinstall WhatsApp, it is advisable to back up your chat history. This can be done through the app settings:

    • Go to 'Settings' in WhatsApp.
    • Select 'Chats'.
    • Tap on 'Chat Backup'.
    • Follow the prompts to create a backup of your chats, including stickers, on either Google Drive (for Android) or iCloud (for iOS).
  6. Delete and Reinstall WhatsApp: After backing up your data, proceed to delete WhatsApp from your device. Once deleted, reinstall the app from your device's app store.
  7. Restore Backup (If Applicable): During the setup process after reinstalling WhatsApp, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from the backup created earlier. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete this step.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your favorite stickers are saved and accessible even after deleting and reinstalling WhatsApp.