How to restore whatsapp backup from mail
To restore a WhatsApp backup from email, you'll need to follow these steps:
Prerequisites:
- You have a WhatsApp backup file (
.db
or.sqlite
file) sent to your email. - You have a device with WhatsApp installed (Android or iOS).
- You have a Google account (for Android) or iCloud account (for iOS) linked to your device.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
For Android Devices:
- Open the Google Drive app on your Android device.
- Sign in with your Google account.
- Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu icon) and select "Settings."
- Scroll down and tap on "Backup & reset."
- Tap on "Restore" and select "Google Drive."
- Choose the WhatsApp backup file from your email (it should be in the "Backup" folder).
- Tap "Restore" to begin the restoration process.
For iOS Devices:
- Open the WhatsApp app on your iOS device.
- Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu icon) and select "Settings."
- Tap on "Chats" and then "Chat backup."
- Tap on "Restore" and select "iCloud."
- Sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- Choose the WhatsApp backup file from your email (it should be in the "Backup" folder).
- Tap "Restore" to begin the restoration process.
Additional Tips:
- Make sure you have enough storage space on your device to restore the backup.
- If you're restoring a backup from an older device, you might need to update WhatsApp to the latest version.
- If you're restoring a backup from a different device, you might need to re-link your WhatsApp account with your phone number.
- If you're experiencing issues during the restoration process, try restarting your device or contacting WhatsApp support.
Remember to always keep a backup of your WhatsApp data to prevent losing important conversations and media.