How to upload WhatsApp messages from a backup to Google Drive - briefly?
To upload WhatsApp messages from a backup to Google Drive, first create a new folder in Google Drive where you want the messages to be stored. Then, transfer the backed-up messages from your device to this folder using the file management system of your choice.
How to upload WhatsApp messages from a backup to Google Drive - in detail?
To upload WhatsApp messages from a backup to Google Drive, you need to follow a series of detailed steps. This process involves creating a backup of your WhatsApp messages on your phone and then transferring that backup to Google Drive. Here’s how you can do it:
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Create a Local Backup:
First, ensure that you have the latest version of WhatsApp installed on your device. Open WhatsApp and go to the menu by tapping on the three dots in the upper right corner (or the gear icon on some devices). Select "Settings" > "Chats" > "Chat Backup."
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Backup Your Chats:
In the Chat Backup section, tap on "BACK UP" to create a local backup of your chats. This process will save all your WhatsApp messages and media to your phone’s internal storage or SD card. Ensure that you have enough storage space for this operation.
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Transfer the Backup to Google Drive:
After creating the local backup, you need to transfer it to Google Drive. Here are the steps:
- Open the File Manager app on your phone.
- Navigate to the WhatsApp folder, typically located in
Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Databases. - Find the most recent backup file (it will have a .db format and the date/time it was created).
- Select this file and tap on "Share" or "Send."
- Choose Google Drive from the list of available apps.
- Log in to your Google Drive account if prompted.
- Select the destination folder within Google Drive where you want to save the backup file.
- Tap on "Save" or "Upload" to transfer the file to Google Drive.
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Verify the Upload:
Once the upload is complete, open your Google Drive app or visit drive.google.com to verify that the WhatsApp backup file has been successfully transferred. You can find it in the folder you selected during the upload process.
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Restoring from Google Drive (if needed):
If you ever need to restore your WhatsApp messages from this backup, follow these steps:
- Uninstall and then reinstall WhatsApp on your device.
- Open WhatsApp and go through the initial setup process until you reach the "Restore" screen.
- Tap on "RESTORE" to restore your chats and media from Google Drive.
- Log in with the same Google account used during the backup process.
- Wait for the restoration process to complete, and then tap on "NEXT" to proceed with setting up your WhatsApp profile.
By following these steps, you can successfully upload your WhatsApp messages from a backup to Google Drive, ensuring that your conversations are safely stored in the cloud.