How to transfer WhatsApp to a new phone with the old number without a SIM card - briefly?
To transfer WhatsApp to a new phone with your old number without a SIM card, first back up your chat history on your old device using Google Drive or iCloud. Then, install WhatsApp on your new device and restore the backup during the setup process.
How to transfer WhatsApp to a new phone with the old number without a SIM card - in detail?
Transferring WhatsApp to a new phone while retaining your old number without using a SIM card is possible through several methods. Below, we'll walk you through a detailed process that ensures a smooth transition:
Backup and Restore Method
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Backup Your Chats:
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Transfer Data without SIM Card:
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Restore Backup:
- When prompted to enter your phone number, tap
Skip
. - You will be asked if you want to restore from a backup. Tap
Yes
orContinue
. - WhatsApp will scan for backups on the same Wi-Fi network. Select the relevant backup and tap
Restore
.
- When prompted to enter your phone number, tap
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Activate Account:
- Once the restoration is complete, you can log in to your account using the old number without a SIM card. If prompted, enter the verification code sent to your email or phone number (if available).
Using WhatsApp Business App
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Install WhatsApp Business:
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Enter Your Old Number:
- Enter your old phone number when prompted.
- Since you don't have a SIM card, tap
Call Me
orSend Code via Email
if available. This will send a verification code to the email address linked to your WhatsApp account.
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Verify Your Number:
- Enter the verification code sent to your email or phone number to complete the setup process.
Using Third-Party Applications
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Download and Install Dr.Fone:
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Connect Both Devices:
- Connect both your old and new phones to the computer using USB cables.
- Open Dr.Fone and select
WhatsApp Transfer
.
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Transfer Data:
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Activate Account:
- Once the transfer is complete, open WhatsApp on your new phone and log in using your old number without a SIM card. Use email verification if available.
Important Notes:
- Ensure both phones are updated to the latest version of WhatsApp.
- Backup and restore methods work best when both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Third-party applications may require a subscription or one-time payment.
By following these detailed steps, you can successfully transfer your WhatsApp data to a new phone while retaining your old number without using a SIM card.