How to transfer a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive - briefly?
To transfer a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive, first uninstall the app and then reinstall it. During the setup process, you will be prompted to restore the chat history from Google Drive; follow the instructions to complete the transfer.
How to transfer a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive - in detail?
To successfully transfer a WhatsApp backup from Google Drive, follow these detailed steps:
Firstly, ensure that you have backed up your WhatsApp data to Google Drive on your old device. If not, open WhatsApp, go to 'Settings' > 'Chats' > 'Chat Backup', and then tap 'Back Up'. Select 'Google Drive' as the backup location and choose a backup frequency that suits you.
Next, uninstall WhatsApp from your old device. This is crucial because the app will not allow you to restore a backup on a different phone number if it detects the same app installed elsewhere.
Now, install WhatsApp on your new device. Open the app and verify your phone number when prompted. During the setup process, you will be asked whether you want to restore your chat history from a Google Drive backup. Tap 'Restore' to begin the transfer.
WhatsApp will then check for any available backups associated with your phone number on Google Drive. Once it finds one, it will display the date and size of the backup. Tap 'Next' to proceed.
The app will now start downloading the backup from Google Drive. The time taken for this process depends on the size of your backup and the speed of your internet connection. Ensure that you have a stable internet connection throughout this step.
After the download is complete, WhatsApp will begin restoring your messages and media. This process might take some time depending on the amount of data being restored. Be patient and do not interrupt the app during this phase.
Once the restoration is complete, you will be able to see all your chats, contacts, and media in your new device's WhatsApp. You can now start using WhatsApp as usual.