Transfer WhatsApp data to more Android phones — here's how

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With Google'due south Pixel half dozen being praised as the all-time Android for value, many smartphone users may consider switching to the tech behemothic'due south flagship smartphone. Now, Google is making it easier to transfer apps, letters, and WhatsApp data to all of its Pixel devices, forth with upcoming smartphones with Android 12.

With the release of Android 12, Google now lets smartphone users transfer their data from iPhone to a new Android telephone via USB-C-to-Lightning cable. This includes SMS and iMessage history, along with photos, contacts, apps that are available on the Google Play Store. What's more, Google also allows users to bring their WhatsApp conversation history, but its currently only available to a select few Android phones.

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The ability to transfer WhatsApp data first came earlier this year, every bit Samsung appear it was the first to permit smartphone users transfer their chat history from iOS to Android. With the launch of the Pixel six, the transfer capability is now bachelor on all Pixel smartphones, along with new smartphones that launch with Android 12.

How to transfer WhatsApp information to Android

Transferring WhatsApp chat to Android smartphone — (Prototype credit: Google)

When setting upward your new Android phone, whether it be the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 or Pixel vi, accept a USB-C-to-Lightning cable handy. The method may vary betwixt Android devices, only the process should be straightforward.

Connect a USB-C-to-Lightning cable to your iPhone when prompted.
Scan the QR code that pops up on your iPhone
Tap "Start" on your iPhone.
On the home screen on your Android, open WhatsApp and log in using the same telephone number used on your iPhone.
Tap "Import."
One time complete, the WhatsApp messages will be transferred.

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