How to Transfer WhatsApp Plus Data to a New Phone?

Getting a new phone is always exciting, but the thought of losing all your messages, media, and settings from WhatsApp Plus can be stressful. Unlike the official WhatsApp, WA Plus does not support Google Drive backup, so the process needs to be done manually. Don’t worry — it’s easier than it seems. In this complete guide, we’ll show you how to safely move all your WhatsApp Plus data to your new device without losing any messages or files.

Before getting a new phone, be sure to back up your information like chats, pictures, videos, and audio messages. If you skip this step, there’s a big chance you could lose everything. With WP Plus, the backup is stored on your phone’s internal memory, not in the cloud. That means you must copy the backup files manually to your new phone.

Step 1: Create a Backup on Your Old Phone

Start by backing up your chats and media from WhatsApp Plus.

• Open WA Plus on your old phone.
• Click the 3 dot menu in the top-right corner.
• Go to Settings, then tap on Chats, and select Chat Backup.
• Tap Backup.

Wait until the backup process is complete. It usually takes a few minutes, depending on the size of your data. Your backup will be kept in the WhatsApp folder located in your device internal storage.

Step 2: Copy the Backup Folder

Once the backup is complete, the next step is to move it to your new device.

Here’s how to do it:

Option 1: Using a File Manager App

• Open any file manager app on your old phone.
• Go to Internal Storage > WhatsApp.
• You’ll find folders like Databases and Media inside.
• Choose the whole WhatsApp folder and make a copy of it.
• Transfer the folder to your new phone using Bluetooth, ShareIt, Xender, or a USB cable.

Option 2: Using a Computer

• Connect your old phone to your computer with a USB cable.
• Go to the device internal storage and search the WhatsApp folder.
• Copy the full folder to your desktop.
• Connect your new phone and paste the folder into its internal storage.
• Make sure you paste the WhatsApp folder exactly in the same place: Internal Storage, not inside any subfolder.

Step 3: Install the Same Version of WhatsApp Plus

It’s very important to install the same version of WhatsApp Plus on your new phone that you were using on the old one.

Follow these steps:

• On your new phone, download the same APK version of WhatsApp Plus from a trusted website.
• Install the app, but don’t open it yet.
• Make sure the WhatsApp folder you transferred is placed correctly in Internal Storage.
• If you open WhatsApp Plus before copying the folder, it may create a new blank folder and won’t detect the backup.

Step 4: Restore Your Chats and Media

Now that everything is ready, you can start getting your data back.

• Open WhatsApp Plus on your new phone.
• Accept the terms and conditions.
• Enter the same phone number you used on your old phone.
• After verifying the number, the app will ask if you want to restore your backup.
• Tap on Restore.

Wait patiently while WhatsApp Plus restores your chats and media. Once it finishes, you’ll see all your old conversations, photos, and files just like before.

Step 5: Complete the Setup

After the restore process is complete, continue setting up your profile:

• Add your name and profile picture (if needed).
• Check your chats to ensure everything has been restored.
• Open the media folders to confirm that your photos and videos are there.
• You’re now ready to start using WhatsApp Plus on your new device without losing any data.

Final Words

Transferring WhatsApp Plus data to a new phone takes a few extra steps compared to the official app, but it’s completely doable. By following this guide, you can move all your messages, pictures, and videos to your new device without losing anything important. Just remember to back up first, move the files carefully, and install the right version of WhatsApp Plus. Once everything is done, you’ll be able to continue chatting on your new phone without any trouble.