To transfer WhatsApp conversations and media files between an iPhone and Android device, you will need: -A freshly reset Android 12 device -An up-to-date copy of WhatsApp on the iPhone -A USB-C to Lightning cable to move your data across
If you have a new Samsung Android smartphone, you can easily migrate your WhatsApp data using the built-in Samsung Smart Switch app. ..
How Transferring Data Between iPhone and Android Works
WhatsApp for iPhone backs up your chats and media to Apple’s iCloud Drive, but its Android counterpart uses Google Drive. That means you can’t use your chat backup on iCloud to restore WhatsApp while switching from iPhone to Android.
If you have an Android phone running version 12 or newer, you can use a USB-C to Lightning cable to transfer your iPhone’s WhatsApp chat history. You can also copy other forms of data—apps, contacts, and photos—during the process. ..
Android 12 is not a requirement on Samsung phones. Instead, you can transfer your WhatsApp data to the new device using the Samsung Smart Switch app. But again, you need a USB cable to initiate the data transfer. ..
If you want to move your WhatsApp messages from an iPhone to an Android device, you first need to reset your Android device. You can do this by visiting the Google Play Store on your Android device and downloading the latest WhatsApp update. You should also update your iOS device to its latest version in order to avoid any potential issues during the transfer process. ..
How to Transfer WhatsApp Chats From iPhone to Android 12
If you use an Android phone running Android 12 or later, you can transfer your WhatsApp chat history—including other compatible apps and data—from iPhone to Android after connecting both devices via a USB-C to Lightning cable.
If you have not gone through the Android setup for your phone, you must factory reset it before you can transfer your WhatsApp data. Go to Settings > System > Reset Options > Erase all data to do that. You don’t have to reset if you’re on the Home Screen but have yet to complete the device setup.
To set up Android for your device, you first need to create a Google account and configure privacy and security settings.
If you didn’t completely go through the Android setup previously, swipe down from the top of the Home Screen and tap Continue Pixel Setup on your Google Pixel phone (or any equivalent option depending on your Android device model).
WhatsApp is a messaging app that allows you to send and receive messages with other WhatsApp users. To start WhatsApp, open the Camera app on your Android phone and scan a QR code. Once you do that, tap Open in WhatsApp and select Start.
If you use a different phone number on your Android device, you can transfer your chats to a different phone number.
If the SIM card is not still inside your iPhone, open the Messages app, locate the verification code from WhatsApp, and enter it into your Android’s “Verifying your number” screen.
WhatsApp data imported successfully. You will not be able to use WhatsApp unless you verify it with your phone number. ..
Transfer WhatsApp Data From iPhone to Samsung Devices
If you use a Samsung smartphone, the Android operating system version isn’t a factor. You can connect both devices over a USB-C to Lightning cable and copy all compatible apps and data—including WhatsApp—using the Smart Switch app. The transfer process is straightforward and similar to moving data from an iPhone to an Android 12 device.
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To transfer WhatsApp data to your Android phone, open WhatsApp and scan the QR code on your Samsung phone. After copying your data, open WhatsApp and verify your phone number. Then import your chat history.
WhatsApp Chat History Transfer Complete
If you’re looking to move your WhatsApp chat history from your iPhone to Android, the process is much more straightforward now that WhatsApp supports the feature natively. If you want to share your data the other way around, we’ve got a comprehensive guide that will show you how.
