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Have you ever felt the frustration of losing your valuable WhatsApp conversations when changing mobile phones? Don't worry, because today we bring you the definitive solution to transfer your WhatsApp chats from one device to another without complications. Discover how to keep your memories, memes, and important conversations intact with this simple process.
Back up your chats
Before starting the transfer, it is essential that you make a backup of your chats on your current mobile. Follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats > Backup.
- Make sure that “Include Videos” is turned on if you want to save your media files as well.
- Click on «Back up» and wait for the process to complete.
Verify that your new mobile meets the requirements
For a successful transfer, your new device must meet certain requirements:
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- It must have the latest version of WhatsApp installed.
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- It must be associated with same phone number that you used on your old device.
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- must have enough storage space to host the backup.
Transfer the backup to your new mobile
Now that you have the backup ready and your new phone ready, it's time to transfer the chats:
- If you use Android, connect your old phone to a computer and copy the backup file (located in /sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases) to your new device in the same location.
- If you use iOS, use iCloud to transfer the backup. Make sure you use the same Apple ID on both devices.
- Open WhatsApp on your new phone and verify your phone number when prompted.
- WhatsApp will detect the backup and ask you if you want to restore it. Click on "Restore" and wait for the process to finish.
If you need more information about how to transfer files between Android or iOS devices, we recommend consulting the official guides of Android y Apple.
Always keep your chats safe
In addition to making backup copies before changing mobile phones, it is recommended that you do them periodically to protect your conversations from any unforeseen event. You can configure automatic backups on WhatsApp by following these steps:
- Go to Settings > Chats > Backup.
- Click on “Automatic backup” and choose the frequency you prefer: daily, weekly or monthly.
- Select the Google Drive or iCloud account where you want to save your backups.
With these simple steps, you will be able to transfer your WhatsApp chats from one mobile phone to another without missing any important conversation. Keep your memories always with you, no matter how many times you change devices. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your chats are always safe!
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.