TRANSFER GUIDES

WhatsApp transfer guides for Android and iPhone

Choose your move. We’ll walk you through the rest in the app.

Android to iPhone

Move your WhatsApp chats and media to a new iPhone, and keep the conversation going.

iPhone to Android

Move your WhatsApp chats and media to a new Android phone, and pick up where you left off.

Keep a backup of important data before starting. Exact steps may vary by operating system, cable and WhatsApp version. Follow the current in-app instructions.

Find the answer before you transfer.

Choose a method, prepare your cable, or resolve a problem at the step where it happens.

Compare transfer methods

Official migration, phone apps and desktop tools: choose for your phones and setup.

Cables & compatibility

Check data cables, USB permissions, free space and device requirements.

WhatsApp Business transfer

Move business conversations with the right app type and account.

Google Drive to iPhone

Understand cloud backup differences and the cross-platform restore process.

Transfer troubleshooting

Work through connection, backup, verification and restore issues.