GB WhatsApp is a popular modded version of WhatsApp that offers additional features and customization options not available in the official WhatsApp app. One common question GB WhatsApp users have is whether their chats can be backed up, especially since GB WhatsApp is not an official app. The short answer is yes, GB WhatsApp chats can be backed up. There are a few different methods available for backing up GB WhatsApp chats.
Backing Up GB WhatsApp Chats
Here are the main options for backing up your GB WhatsApp chats:
Local Backup
GB WhatsApp has a built-in local backup feature. You can configure GB WhatsApp to regularly back up your chats, media, and settings to your device’s internal storage. Here’s how to set up local backups in GB WhatsApp:
- Open GB WhatsApp and go to Settings.
- Tap on Chats > Chat backup.
- Toggle on “Backup to this device” to enable local backups.
- You can configure how often backups are done (daily, weekly, etc.) and whether to include videos.
- Tap Back up to manually trigger a backup.
The backups will be saved to the GBWhatsApp/Databases folder on your device’s internal storage. Make sure you have enough free space for the backups.
Google Drive Backup
Another option is to back up your GB WhatsApp chats to Google Drive. Here are the steps:
- Open GB WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats > Chat backup.
- Tap Back up to Google Drive and log in to your Google account if prompted.
- Select how often you want backups to occur and tap Back up.
Your chat history will now be backed up automatically to your Google Drive. You can also trigger a manual backup anytime from the Chat backup screen.
Note that the backups are not visible directly in Google Drive, but are stored in a special database format. You’ll be able to restore them to any Android device with WhatsApp installed.
Transferring Chats to Official WhatsApp
Since GB WhatsApp is not an official app, your chats and data in it are separate from the regular WhatsApp app. However, there is a way to transfer your chats from GB WhatsApp over to the official WhatsApp app, allowing you to create a backup there. Here’s how:
- First, install the official WhatsApp app on your device, if you don’t already have it.
- In GB WhatsApp, go to Settings > Chats > Chat backup and create a local backup.
- Open your device’s file manager and go to GBWhatsApp/Databases. Copy the msgstore.db.crypt12 file.
- Now go to WhatsApp/Databases and paste the msgstore.db.crypt12 file here, replacing the existing file.
- Open WhatsApp. It will take a few minutes to process, and your GB WhatsApp chats will be imported.
- You can now back up these chats to Google Drive in the official WhatsApp.
This allows you to have backups of your GB WhatsApp chats in the official WhatsApp app. The chats will remain end-to-end encrypted.
Third-Party Backup Tools
There are also some third-party Android apps you can use to back up your GB WhatsApp chats:
- SMS Backup & Restore – Allows backing up GB WhatsApp chats to your device storage or Google Drive.
- Syncios WhatsApp Transfer – Transfers WhatsApp and GB WhatsApp chats to computer.
- MobileTrans WhatsApp Transfer – Transfers chats between phones and creates backups.
These third-party tools provide alternative options for backing up your chats if needed. Be cautious of apps requesting too many permissions though.
Restoring Backups
Once you have your GB WhatsApp chats backed up through one of the methods above, you can restore the backup if needed. Here’s how to restore backups on GB WhatsApp:
Local Backup
- Reinstall GB WhatsApp on your device.
- Open GB WhatsApp > Settings > Chats > Chat backup.
- Tap Restore > Next. Select the backup to restore.
This will restore your locally saved backup.
Google Drive Backup
- Install GB WhatsApp on the device.
- Verify your phone number in WhatsApp.
- On the Chats screen, tap RESTORE when prompted.
- Select the Google Drive backup to restore.
Your chat history will be retrieved from Google Drive and restored in GB WhatsApp.
Official WhatsApp Backup
If you transferred your GB WhatsApp chats to the official WhatsApp app, here is how to restore that backup:
- Install and set up WhatsApp on your device.
- On the Chats screen, tap Restore when prompted.
- Select the Google Drive backup to restore.
Your chat history from GB WhatsApp will be restored in the official WhatsApp. You can then transfer the chats back to GB WhatsApp using the steps outlined earlier.
Ensuring Backups are Working
To make sure your GB WhatsApp backups are working properly, here are a few things you can do:
- Check the last backup date and time under WhatsApp settings.
- Verify backups exist in your device storage or Google Drive.
- Do a test restore on a secondary device.
- Set reminders to periodically trigger manual backups.
- Ensure you have enough storage space for local backups.
It’s also a good idea to encrypt your Google Drive backup for an extra layer of security for your chats.
Potential Issues
While GB WhatsApp backups generally work well, there are some potential issues to be aware of:
- Backups can fail if you run out of storage space.
- Chats may not restore properly if the backup file is corrupted.
- Transferring chats between WhatsApp mod versions can sometimes cause issues.
- Google Drive backups won’t work on unauthorized WhatsApp mods.
- Android 11 has restrictions on accessing external storage that can block local backups.
So be sure to actively monitor your backups and verify they are completing properly. Test restores periodically to catch any problems.
Best Practices
To get the most out of backing up your GB WhatsApp chats, follow these best practices:
- Use both local and cloud backups for redundancy.
- Backup chats frequently, at least weekly if not daily.
- Encrypt cloud backups for enhanced security.
- Store local backups on external storage or computer.
- Limit how many old backups are retained to save storage space.
- Test restore backups on a regular basis.
- Update to latest GB WhatsApp version for compatibility.
- Transfer chats to official WhatsApp before switching phones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about backing up GB WhatsApp chats:
Are GB WhatsApp backups encrypted?
Local GB WhatsApp backups are encrypted using 256-bit AES encryption. Google Drive backups can be encrypted by enabling chat backup encryption in WhatsApp settings.
Can I backup GB WhatsApp without root?
Yes, GB WhatsApp backups work without needing to root your Android device.
How many old backups are retained?
GB WhatsApp retains up to your 7 most recent local backup files. For Google Drive, it retains the 1 most recent backup.
Where are local backups saved?
GB WhatsApp backups are saved to the GBWhatsApp/Databases folder on your device’s internal or external storage.
Can I copy GB WhatsApp chats to iPhone?
You can transfer GB WhatsApp chats to an iPhone by first backing up to Google Drive, restoring in official WhatsApp, then moving the chat history to iOS WhatsApp using a transfer tool.
Conclusion
In summary, there are several straightforward methods to successfully back up your GB WhatsApp chats, whether locally on your device or to the cloud. Perform regular backups and test restores to avoid losing your chat history. Follow best practices like enabling encryption and transferring chats to the official WhatsApp app for additional redundancy. With proper backups in place, you can safeguard your GB WhatsApp chat history.