Transfer WhatsApp data from Android to iPhone

WhatsApp has a significant user base worldwide and one of the most requested features was the ability to transfer data between the iOS and Android operating systems. The iPhone to Android device (Samsung or otherwise) transfer system has been around for almost a year, and we are happy that the reverse transfer method is finally out of beta and available to everyone.



So, if you are wondering how to go through the migration process and transfer data from an Android phone to an iPhone, follow these steps:


Requirements for Android

Your device must have Android 5 or higher.

WhatsApp version 2.22.7.74 or later must be installed. 

You should have Moved to iOS installed. 

Our device was running Android 12, used WhatsApp version 2.22.15.74, and had Move to iOS version 3.3.1

Prerequisites on iPhone

Your iPhone needs to be on iOS 15.5 or newer. 

Your iPhone should be factory reset before attempting the migration. 

You should have WhatsApp version 2.22.10.70 or later installed once the iPhone is ready to download apps. 

Our iPhone was on iOS 15.5, factory reset before migration, and used WhatsApp version 2.22.15.75. 

Other Requirements stated by WhatsApp

WhatsApp should use the same number on both devices. 

Connect both devices to the same WiFi network, or ensure the Android device connects to your iPhone's hotspot. 

WhatsApp recommends connecting both devices to a power source as the transfer can last for multiple hours depending on the amount of data you transfer. 

Tip: In addition to having a power source, ensure both devices have their Screen Timeout or Auto-lock settings set to never; this will help avoid interruptions. 


Steps

Once you have met all the requirements stated above, follow the below steps. 


Step 1: Begin setting up your iPhone, and once you reach the section related to Apps & Data, choose Move Data from Android. 


an image showing the screens while attempting to use Move to iOS

Step 2: Open Move to iOS on your Android device and follow along. 


image showing the steps you need to perform on an android phone to complete WhatsApp data migration


Tap on Continue, and agree to the Terms and Conditions required by Apple. 

Now, find and enter the code displayed on your factory reset/new iPhone after you perform step 1, then wait for your Android device to connect to your iPhone. 

image showing the steps you need to perform on an android phone to complete WhatsApp data migration

Once connected, ensure you choose WhatsApp on the Transfer Data screen. This will open WhatsApp and start another conversation.

Then click Start at the bottom of the page to begin the data collection process. When finished, click Next.

Select the other data you want to transfer to your iPhone and click Continue.

Wait for the process to complete. Step 3: Once the data transfer is complete, set up your iPhone and download WhatsApp.


Image showing the steps to follow on iPhone to complete WhatsApp data migration


Agree to the WhatsApp Terms of Service.

Enter your phone number - Make sure that the number entered matches the number used on your Android phone.

Once the verification is complete, you will see the Android Move Chats welcome screen. Click on Start. An image showing the steps you need to perform on your iPhone to transfer WhatsApp data


Provide permissions to enable forwarding. We noticed that the app requires access to Photos for this step.

Let the device complete the process and make sure your iPhone remains unlocked during this process.

After seeing the success screen, tap Next. Then enter your details and you will import your old chats to your new device.