How to transfer WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number?

How to transfer WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number - briefly?

To transfer WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number, you need to use the chat backup feature and restore it on your new device after changing the SIM card. This process ensures that all your conversations and media are successfully transferred to your new phone.

How to transfer WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number - in detail?

Transferring WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number involves several steps, ensuring that your chat history and media are safely migrated. Here is a detailed guide:

  1. Backup Your Chats:

    • Open WhatsApp on your current phone.
    • Go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
    • Tap on Back Up Now and follow the prompts to create a backup of your chats, media, and settings. This will be saved to your Google Drive or iCloud account.

  2. Change Your Phone Number:

    • Before transferring, ensure that your new phone number is active and verified on your new device.
    • Go to Settings > Account > Change Number.
    • Enter your old phone number in the first field and your new phone number in the second field. Tap Next and follow the prompts to verify your new number.

  3. Set Up WhatsApp on Your New Phone:

  4. Restore Your Chats:

    • After verifying your number, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from a backup. Tap Restore and wait for the process to complete. This may take some time depending on the size of your backup.
    • Once the restoration is complete, tap Next to proceed with setting up your WhatsApp account.

  5. Verify Chat Transfer:

    • After the restoration process, open WhatsApp and check if all your chats, media, and settings have been successfully transferred.
    • You can also verify by checking the last seen status or reading receipts in your chat history.

  6. Update Your Contacts:

    • Ensure that your contacts list is up-to-date on your new phone. This will help WhatsApp to automatically link your contacts with their respective chat histories.

By following these steps, you can successfully transfer your WhatsApp chats to a new phone with a new number, ensuring that your conversation history and media are preserved.