How to transfer contacts to WhatsApp to another phone?

How to transfer contacts to WhatsApp to another phone - briefly?

To transfer contacts from one phone to another using WhatsApp, you can back up your chats on the old device and then restore them on the new device. This process will automatically transfer all your contacts along with the chat history.

How to transfer contacts to WhatsApp to another phone - in detail?

To successfully transfer your WhatsApp contacts to another phone, you can follow these detailed steps:

1. Backup Your Contacts:

   • Open the WhatsApp application on your current phone.
   • Go to "Settings" by tapping on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner.
   • Navigate to "Chats" and then select "Chat Backup."
   • Click on "Back Up" to create a backup of your chats, including contacts. This process will save your data to Google Drive if you have an Android phone or iCloud if you are using an iPhone.

2. Transfer Contacts Using Google Drive (Android):

   • Make sure that both phones are connected to the internet.
   • Install WhatsApp on your new phone and open it.
   • Follow the prompts to verify your number.
   • When asked if you want to restore your chats and contacts from a backup, tap "Restore."
   • Choose the most recent backup file from Google Drive. Note that this process will overwrite any existing data on your new phone.

3. Transfer Contacts Using iCloud (iPhone):

   • Ensure both phones are connected to Wi-Fi.
   • Set up WhatsApp on your new iPhone and verify your number.
   • When prompted, tap "Restore Chat History" and then select the most recent backup file from iCloud.
   • Wait for the process to complete. Your contacts and chat history will be transferred to your new phone.

4. Manual Transfer (Alternative Method):

   • If you prefer not to use cloud services, you can manually export your contacts:
     • On Android: Go to "Contacts" > "Settings" > "Import/Export contacts." Select "Export to .vcf file."
     • On iPhone: Go to "Settings" > [Your Name] > "iCloud" and toggle off "Contacts." Then, go back to "Settings" > "Mail, Contacts, Calendars" and export your contacts.
   • Transfer the .vcf file to your new phone via email, Bluetooth, or a USB drive.
   • Import the .vcf file into your new phone's contact app.
   • Install WhatsApp on your new phone and verify your number. Your contacts will now be available in WhatsApp.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly transfer your WhatsApp contacts to another phone, ensuring that you do not lose any important information during the transition.