How to transfer WhatsApp to another number and phone?

How to transfer WhatsApp to another number and phone - briefly?

To transfer WhatsApp to another number and phone, you need to change your phone number within the app and then back up your chat history to Google Drive or iCloud. After that, install WhatsApp on your new phone, verify your new number, and restore the backup when prompted.

How to transfer WhatsApp to another number and phone - in detail?

Transferring WhatsApp to a new phone or changing your phone number can be seamlessly accomplished by following these detailed steps:

Transferring WhatsApp to a New Phone

1. Backup Your Chats:

   • Open WhatsApp on your current device.
   • Go to Settings > Chats.
   • Tap on Chat Backup.
   • Choose the Google Drive account where you want to back up your chats and media.
   • Select the backup frequency (daily, weekly, monthly).
   • Tap Backup over the Wi-Fi network to ensure that all data is safely stored.

2. Install WhatsApp on Your New Phone:

   • Download and install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or App Store on your new device.
   • Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number during setup.

3. Restore Chats:

   • During the initial setup, you will be prompted to restore your chats from a backup.
   • Tap Agree and Continue.
   • Choose the Google Drive account that contains your backup.
   • Select the backup file you want to restore and tap Next.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the restoration process.

Changing Your Phone Number

1. Backup Your Chats:

   • Open WhatsApp on your current device.
   • Go to Settings > Chats.
   • Tap on Chat Backup.
   • Choose the Google Drive account where you want to back up your chats and media.
   • Select the backup frequency (daily, weekly, monthly).
   • Tap Backup over the Wi-Fi network.

2. Change Your Number in WhatsApp:

   • Open WhatsApp on your current device.
   • Go to Settings > Account.
   • Tap on Change number.
   • Enter your old phone number in the top field and your new phone number in the bottom field.
   • Tap Next.

3. Verify Your New Number:

   • WhatsApp will send a verification code to your new phone number via SMS.
   • Enter the code when prompted.

4. Restore Chats (if needed):

   • If you have backed up your chats, you can restore them on your current device or another device following the same steps mentioned above under "Transferring WhatsApp to a New Phone".

Important Notes:

• Ensure that both your old and new devices are connected to a stable internet connection during the backup and restoration process.
• The backup frequency option allows you to choose how often you want WhatsApp to automatically back up your chats.
• If you choose not to back up your data, you will lose all your chat history when transferring or changing numbers.

By following these steps, you can smoothly transition your WhatsApp account to a new phone or phone number while preserving your chat history and media.