Tech Desk
Sep 17, 2024
WhatsApp offers automatic backup options to ensure your data is safe. You can retrieve your chats, media, and even your WhatsApp settings, in case you change your phone or accidentally clear out all of your chat history using Google Drive storage.
Gadinsider has compiled step-by-step guides through which we'll guide you on finding and restoring your WhatsApp backups from Google Drive.
Where are WhatsApp backups stored?
WhatsApp saves all your backups on Google Drive, provided you have allowed it to do so. The app uploads data to the cloud at intervals you choose: daily, weekly, monthly or according to your preference. In case you forget to save multiple versions, each succeeding backup will overwrite the previous one.
WhatsApp backup limitations
- WhatsApp backups count toward your Google Drive storage.
- Google may delete data after five months if not updated.
- Local backups are stored daily on your phone or SD card.
How to find WhatsApp backups in Google Drive on Desktop
- Open Google Drive in a PC browser.
- Click the Storage menu.
- Find the WhatsApp backup (unreadable format).
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How to find WhatsApp backups in Google Drive on mobile app
- Open WhatsApp.
- Go to Settings.
- Select Chat backup.
How to restore WhatsApp backup from Google Drive
- Reinstall WhatsApp or clear its cache and data.
- Verify your phone number.
- Choose to restore from Google Drive backup.
Restoring local WhatsApp backups on Android
- Remove Google account from device.
- Open WhatsApp.
- Go to Settings.
- Select Chat backup.
- Choose local backup.
Transferring local backups to new phone
- Connect old phone to computer.
- Copy chat database files to new phone.
Tips for managing Google Drive storage
- Monitor uploads to avoid exceeding storage limits.
- Remove unused files.
- Upgrade with Google One for extra storage.
