How to transfer WhatsApp chat to a different number - briefly?
To transfer your WhatsApp chat history to a new phone number, you will need to change the number associated with your existing WhatsApp account. This process involves updating your number in WhatsApp settings and notifying contacts of the change.
How to transfer WhatsApp chat to a different number - in detail?
To transfer WhatsApp chat to a different number, follow these detailed steps:
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Backup Your Chat History:
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Change Your Phone Number:
- On your current device, go to
Settings>Account. - Tap on
Change Number. - Enter your old phone number in the first field and your new phone number in the second field.
- Confirm that both numbers are correct and tap
Next.
- On your current device, go to
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Verify Your New Phone Number:
- WhatsApp will send a verification code to your new phone number via SMS or call.
- Enter this code into WhatsApp when prompted. This step verifies your new phone number with WhatsApp.
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Restore Chat History on the New Device:
- If you are using a new device, install WhatsApp and follow the initial setup process.
- When prompted to restore chat history from a backup, tap
Continue. - Allow WhatsApp to access your Google Drive or iCloud account where the backup is stored.
- Choose the backup you want to restore (usually the most recent one) and tap
Next. - Wait for the restoration process to complete. This step transfers all your chat history, media, and settings from your old number to your new device with the new phone number.
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Update Your Contacts:
- After restoring your chat history, update your contacts in WhatsApp to reflect your new phone number.
- Go to
Settings>Help>Contact Us. This step ensures that your contacts have your updated phone number associated with your WhatsApp account.
By following these steps, you can successfully transfer your WhatsApp chat history to a different number while ensuring that all your messages and media are preserved.