I deleted WhatsApp from the phone screen. How can I get it back?

I deleted WhatsApp from the phone screen. How can I get it back - briefly?

If you accidentally deleted WhatsApp from your phone's home screen, don't worry; it's easy to restore. Simply go to the app drawer, find WhatsApp, and drag it back to the home screen.

I deleted WhatsApp from the phone screen. How can I get it back - in detail?

If you have accidentally deleted the WhatsApp application from your device, there are several ways to restore it depending on your operating system and whether you have a backup of your data. Here is a detailed guide to help you get WhatsApp back on your phone:

For Android Devices

  1. Google Play Store:

    • Open the Google Play Store app on your device.
    • In the search bar, type "WhatsApp" and press Enter.
    • Find WhatsApp Messenger in the list of results (it should be the first one).
    • Tap the "Install" button next to it. The app will download and install automatically.
  2. Restoring Backup:

    • After reinstalling WhatsApp, open the app.
    • You will be prompted to restore your chat history. Tap on "Restore".
    • Wait for the process to complete. Once done, you can continue using WhatsApp with all your previous messages and media intact.

For iOS Devices

  1. App Store:

    • Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
    • In the search bar at the bottom of the screen, type "WhatsApp" and press Enter.
    • Find WhatsApp Messenger in the list of results (it should be the first one).
    • Tap the cloud icon with an arrow inside it to download and install WhatsApp.
  2. Restoring Backup:

    • After reinstalling WhatsApp, open the app.
    • You will see a prompt to restore your chat history from iCloud. Tap on "Restore Chat History".
    • Wait for the process to complete. Once done, you can continue using WhatsApp with all your previous messages and media intact.

Additional Tips

  • Backups: Regularly backup your WhatsApp data to avoid losing important information in case of accidental deletion. For Android users, backups are stored on Google Drive, while for iOS users, they are stored on iCloud.
  • Account Verification: You may need to verify your phone number again after reinstalling WhatsApp. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the verification process.
  • Data Transfer: If you have switched devices and want to transfer your WhatsApp data from one device to another, use the official WhatsApp data transfer tool available for both Android and iOS platforms.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully restore WhatsApp on your phone along with all your previous chat history and media files.