How to send WhatsApp to a memory card?

How to send WhatsApp to a memory card - briefly?

To transfer WhatsApp data to an SD card, you'll need to back up your chats via Google Drive or any cloud storage service first. Afterward, move the backup file from your phone's internal memory to the SD card using a file manager app.

How to send WhatsApp to a memory card - in detail?

To transfer WhatsApp data, including chats, media files, and documents, to a memory card, follow these detailed steps:

1. Backup WhatsApp Data:

   • Open the WhatsApp application on your smartphone.
   • Navigate to the 'Settings' menu by tapping on the three dots in the top-right corner (for Android) or the 'Settings' tab at the bottom of the screen (for iOS).
   • Select 'Chats' and then tap on 'Chat Backup'.
   • Ensure your memory card is inserted into your device. If it's not, insert it now.
   • Tap on 'Backup' to initiate the process. WhatsApp will create a backup of your chats, photos, videos, and voice messages. This backup will be stored locally on your phone’s internal storage by default.

2. Move Backup to Memory Card:

   • After the backup is complete, you need to move this backup file from your internal storage to your memory card.
   • Go to your phone's 'File Manager' or 'My Files' app.
   • Locate the WhatsApp folder in your internal storage. It’s usually found at Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Databases.
   • Find the backup file named something like msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.db.crypt12 (the date will match when you created the backup).
   • Select this file and choose 'Move' or 'Copy' from the options menu.
   • Navigate to your memory card’s location, typically found at /sdcard/ or Removable Storage > SD Card.
   • Move or copy the WhatsApp backup file to a folder on your memory card, such as WhatsApp > Databases.

3. Restore from Memory Card (if needed):

   • If you ever need to restore this backup, follow these steps:
     • Uninstall and then reinstall WhatsApp on your device.
     • Open WhatsApp and go through the initial setup process until you reach the 'Backup Found' screen.
     • Select the backup from your memory card (the path will be shown) and tap 'Restore'.
   • The restoration process may take some time depending on the size of the backup file. Once completed, your chats and media files should be available in WhatsApp.

By following these steps, you can effectively transfer your WhatsApp data to a memory card, ensuring that your valuable conversations and media are safely backed up and easily accessible.