Move WhatsApp to a new phone
Step 1 of 3
On the old phone: back up your chats
Open this menu and press Back up. Wait until it finishes.
Menu names may be slightly different on your phone brand.
On the old phone: back up your chats
Open this menu and press Back up. Wait until it finishes.
WhatsApp›Settings›Chats›Chat backupOn the new phone: use the same Google account
Then install WhatsApp, enter the same number and the 6-digit SMS code.
Press Restore
Wait until your chats come back.
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