The contact was deleted in WhatsApp. How can I restore it?

The contact was deleted in WhatsApp. How can I restore it - briefly?

If a contact has been accidentally deleted from WhatsApp, you can easily restore it by accessing your recent calls or messages list within the app and selecting the option to add the contact back to your address book.

The contact was deleted in WhatsApp. How can I restore it - in detail?

If you find that a contact has been deleted from your WhatsApp, there are several methods you can try to restore it. Here’s a detailed guide on how to proceed:

1. Check Your Phone’s Contact List:

   • Open the Contacts app on your phone.
   • Search for the missing contact. If found, it should automatically sync with WhatsApp once you open the app again.

2. Restore from Backup (for Android):

   • Ensure that your contacts are backed up to Google Account. You can check this in Settings > Accounts > Google > Contacts Sync.
   • If the contact is missing from your phone’s contact list, you can restore it by going to Settings > Accounts > Google > Restore Contacts. Follow the prompts to select the backup you want to restore from.

3. Restore from Backup (for iPhone):

   • Ensure that your contacts are backed up to iCloud. You can check this in Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Contacts.
   • If the contact is missing, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Restore Contacts. Select the backup you want to restore from and follow the prompts.

4. Check WhatsApp Backup:

   • WhatsApp automatically backs up your chats daily at 2 AM local time. You can manually back up your chats by going to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
   • To restore from a backup:
     • Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
     • Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number.
     • When prompted, tap on "Restore" when you see the option for restoring your chats from a backup.

5. Check Contact Sync Settings:

   • Go to WhatsApp > Settings > Contacts. Ensure that the option to display all contacts or only saved contacts is set according to your preference. Sometimes, toggling this setting can resolve sync issues.

6. Contact Your Network Provider:

   • If none of the above methods work, it’s possible that the contact was deleted from your network provider's system. Contacting them might help you recover the lost contact information.

By following these steps, you should be able to restore the deleted contact in WhatsApp effectively.