Transfer WhatsApp data to a new Android

In this case, your WhatsApp chats won’t be copied during device setup.

To copy data after you set up your Android device:

1. Open your device's Settings app.
   • You might also receive a notification to copy data. If you received one, tap the notification.
2. Tap Accounts & backup 👁 and then
   Android Switch 👁 and then
   Transfer WhatsApp Chats.
3. To transfer WhatsApp chats, follow the on-screen instructions.
   1. When prompted, insert a cable to connect both devices.
      • It’s recommended that you use the cable from your old iPhone. If the cable doesn’t fit, use an adapter.
   2. On your iPhone, tap Trust.
   3. To allow access to WhatsApp data, enter your PIN.
      • You may have to enter your PIN multiple times.
   4. Use your iPhone's camera app to scan the QR code shown on your Android device.
   5. Follow the on-screen instructions in WhatsApp.
   6. Wait until data transfer is complete.
   7. When complete, disconnect the cable from both devices.
   8. Sign in to WhatsApp on your Android phone.

In this case, your WhatsApp chats will be copied during device setup along with other data.

1. During device setup:
   1. Connect to a network.
   2. Sign in to a Google Account.
   3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. When your screen reads “Copy apps and data,” tap Copy from iPhone or iPad.
3. When prompted, connect both phones with your old iPhone cable.
   • If you receive a warning on your iPhone:
     1. Tap Trust.
     2. Enter your PIN.
4. On the copy screen, make sure that you choose Apps along with any other data you want to transfer.
   • To check if WhatsApp is included in the list of apps to transfer, tap Apps.
5. After you select data to transfer, you’ll find steps on how to transfer WhatsApp chats.
6. Use your iPhone's camera app to scan the QR code shown on your Android device.
   • If you can't scan the QR code:
     1. On your iPhone, open WhatsApp.
     2. Go to Settings.
     3. Tap Chats 👁 and then
        Transfer chat history 👁 and then
        Transfer to Android.
7. To begin data transfer, on your iPhone, tap Start 👁 and then
   Start transfer.
8. When the data transfer is complete, sign in to WhatsApp on your Android phone.

Important:

• The transfer of data to a device that has already been set up may vary across devices. It requires a factory reset in some cases. Learn how to reset your Android device to factory settings.
• If you skip the initial data transfer in device setup, you have 3–7 days to restore chats from your iPhone.

1. Open your device’s Settings app.
2. Tap Accounts and backup 👁 and then
   Copy data using Android Switch.
   • The location of this option may slightly vary based on your device manufacturer and Android version.
   • For Samsung devices, use Smart Switch.
     • Tap Accounts and backup 👁 and then
       Transfer data for device setup.

Tip: Do not open WhatsApp on your new Android device until the transfer is complete. If you open WhatsApp and you can’t find this option, you need to factory reset your device.