How to Transfer WhatsApp Chat from Android to iPhone (2025 Guide)

Got a new iPhone and want to keep your WhatsApp messages? Moving your chat history from Android to iPhone used to be tricky — but now, it’s easier with official tools.

Here’s a step‑by‑step guide on how to transfer WhatsApp chats from Android to iPhone without losing your data.

What You Need

An Android phone with WhatsApp installed and updated.
An iPhone (iOS 15.5 or later).
Both phones connected to the same Wi‑Fi network.
The Move to iOS app installed on your Android (Download here).

How to Transfer WhatsApp Chats

Step 1: Prepare Your iPhone

Turn on your new iPhone.
During setup, choose Move Data from Android.
A code will appear on the screen.

Step 2: Use Move to iOS on Android

Open the Move to iOS app on your Android.
Enter the code displayed on your iPhone.
Follow the prompts to connect the devices.

Step 3: Select WhatsApp

On the Transfer Data screen, select WhatsApp.
Tap Start on your Android and let it prepare the data.
Once ready, tap Next.

Step 4: Complete Setup on iPhone

Finish setting up your iPhone.
Download WhatsApp from the App Store.
Log in with the same phone number and tap Start to import your chats.

Notes & Tips

This process only works on new or factory‑reset iPhones.
Your Android WhatsApp must be version 2.21.16.20 or later.
Media and chats will move, but call history and display name won’t.

For related tips, see: How to Recover Deleted Pictures on Android Phone

Migrating from Android to iPhone doesn’t mean losing your chats anymore. Follow these steps carefully and keep your memories intact.

For more iPhone–Android cross‑platform tips, read: Windows Subsystem for Android Explained

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