Unlocking the Vault: How to Retrieve All Your WhatsApp Data

Restore from local backup: Open your file manager app to access your phone's storage.

Locate the WhatsApp folder and go to Databases.

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Copy the most recent backup file to your new device's Databases folder under local storage.

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Install WhatsApp and verify your number.

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Tap Restore to retrieve WhatsApp data from local storage.

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Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.

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During the setup process, you will be prompted to restore your chat history from the backup.

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If you have enabled iCloud backup, you can restore your chat history and retrieve any deleted messages.

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Dr. Fone - Data Recovery (iOS) can recover existing WhatsApp messages on your iPhone.

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Use Aiseesoft Fonelab for Android: This app can recover lost WhatsApp data of any type, including media files and documents.

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