How to save WhatsApp chats when changing phone to iPhone?

How to save WhatsApp chats when changing phone to iPhone - briefly?

To save your WhatsApp chats when switching from an Android phone to an iPhone, use the Move to iOS app available on Google Play Store. This app securely transfers your WhatsApp data, including messages and media, directly to your new iPhone.

How to save WhatsApp chats when changing phone to iPhone - in detail?

To ensure a seamless transition of your WhatsApp chats from an Android device to an iPhone, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Backup Your Chats on Android:

    • Open WhatsApp on your Android phone.
    • Tap on the three dots (vertical) in the top-right corner to access the menu.
    • Select "Settings" and then "Chats."
    • Choose "Chat Backup," which will display the last backup date and size.
    • Click on "BACK UP" to create a new backup. This process may take some time, depending on the size of your chat history and media files.

  2. Uninstall WhatsApp on Android:

    • After the backup is complete, uninstall WhatsApp from your Android device.
    • Go to the Google Play Store, search for WhatsApp, and tap "Uninstall."

  3. Set Up Your iPhone:

    • Turn on your new iPhone and follow the setup process until you reach the screen where you can restore from a backup or set up as a new device.
    • Choose to set it up as a new device. This is important because restoring from an iCloud backup will not include your WhatsApp chat history.

  4. Install WhatsApp on iPhone:

    • Open the App Store on your iPhone.
    • Search for "WhatsApp" and install the app.

  5. Verify Your Phone Number:

    • Open WhatsApp on your iPhone.
    • Follow the prompts to verify your phone number. This is crucial as it links your account to your new device.
    • WhatsApp will detect the backup you created on your Android phone and ask if you want to restore it.

  6. Restore Your Chats:

    • Tap "Start" when prompted to restore your chat history.
    • The process may take a few minutes, depending on the size of your backup and the speed of your internet connection.
    • Once completed, you will see all your chats, media, and other data in WhatsApp on your iPhone.

  7. Transfer Media Files (Optional):

    • If you want to transfer media files that were not included in the chat backup, you can use a cloud service like Google Drive or Dropbox.
    • Upload the media files from your Android device to the cloud service.
    • Download and access these files on your iPhone using the same cloud service app.

By following these steps meticulously, you can successfully transfer your WhatsApp chats from an Android phone to an iPhone without losing any important data.