Restoring your WhatsApp backup from iCloud is an easy process that allows you to get back all your WhatsApp data including chats, media, and settings. Here are the steps to restore your WhatsApp backup from iCloud on iPhone:
Requirements
Before restoring your WhatsApp backup from iCloud, make sure you have the following:
- Your iPhone is connected to the internet via WiFi or cellular data.
- You have the latest version of WhatsApp installed.
- iCloud backup is enabled for WhatsApp.
- Your iCloud storage has enough space for the WhatsApp backup.
- Your iPhone has iOS 10 or later version installed.
Backing Up WhatsApp to iCloud
If you haven’t already backed up WhatsApp to iCloud, here are the steps to do so:
- Open WhatsApp on your iPhone.
- Go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
- Tap on Back Up Now to manually backup your WhatsApp data.
- Make sure iCloud backup is toggled on.
WhatsApp will now automatically backup your data daily to iCloud whenever your phone is connected to power, WiFi and iCloud is enabled. The frequency of backups can be changed to weekly or monthly as well.
Checking WhatsApp Backup Size
Before restoring, you may want to check the size of your WhatsApp backup in iCloud to ensure there is enough space available.
To check WhatsApp backup size:
- Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud.
- Scroll down and tap on Manage Storage.
- Under BACKUPS, check the size of your WhatsApp backup.
If your WhatsApp backup size is too large for your available iCloud storage, you will need to upgrade your iCloud storage plan before restoring.
Deleting Existing WhatsApp Data
If this is not a new iPhone, make sure to delete your existing WhatsApp data on it before restoring backup. This will avoid any conflicts during the restoration process.
To delete WhatsApp data:
- Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
- Tap on Chats > Chat History.
- Tap on Delete All Chats to delete all previous WhatsApp data.
Restoring WhatsApp Backup from iCloud
Once your WhatsApp iCloud backup is ready, follow these steps to restore it on your iPhone:
- Install WhatsApp from the App Store if you don’t have it.
- Open WhatsApp and verify your phone number.
- On the Restore Chat History page, tap on Restore.
- Tap on Restore Backup and select your iCloud backup.
- Tap on Next and your iCloud backup will start restoring.
- The restoration process time will depend on the size of your backup.
- Once completed, all your chats, media files and settings will be restored.
Your WhatsApp chats and data from iCloud backup are now restored successfully on your iPhone. You can start using WhatsApp as before.
Troubleshooting WhatsApp iCloud Restore
Here are some common troubleshooting tips if you face any issues restoring WhatsApp from iCloud:
- Check your internet connection and try again.
- Make sure you have enough iCloud storage for restore.
- Delete some existing chats or media if your backup is too large.
- Disable and re-enable iCloud backup for WhatsApp.
- Update your iPhone and WhatsApp to the latest versions.
- Force quit and relaunch WhatsApp.
- Restart your iPhone and try restoring again.
- Reset network settings on your iPhone.
Alternative Ways to Restore WhatsApp Backup
Apart from iCloud, there are a couple of other ways to restore WhatsApp backup on iPhone:
Using Local Backup
You can restore WhatsApp backup saved locally on your iPhone storage:
- Go to WhatsApp Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
- Tap on Back Up Now to create a local backup if you don’t have one.
- Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
- Verify your number and tap on Restore when prompted.
- Select the local backup to restore from.
Using Google Drive Backup
If you have your WhatsApp backup saved on Google Drive, restore it by:
- Delete WhatsApp and reinstall it.
- Enter your phone number and tap on Restore when prompted.
- Tap on Restore Backup and sign in to your Google account.
- Select your WhatsApp backup to restore from Google Drive.
Transferring WhatsApp Data to New iPhone
When moving to a new iPhone, use the Move to iOS app to transfer WhatsApp chat history and media files from your Android device.
To transfer WhatsApp data from Android to iPhone:
- Install Move to iOS app on your Android phone.
- Follow the setup prompts till you reach WhatsApp transfer screen.
- Tap on Start on Android and Continue on iPhone.
- Wait for WhatsApp data transfer to complete.
- Install WhatsApp on your new iPhone and sign in.
Summary
Restoring WhatsApp backup from iCloud provides an easy way to transfer your chats and data when changing or resetting your iPhone. Ensure your backup is up to date before wiping your phone. Enable regular WhatsApp backups to iCloud to avoid losing your chat history. Apart from iCloud, also use Google Drive or local backup as alternative restoration options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does WhatsApp backup save all my chats?
Yes, WhatsApp backups on iCloud or Google Drive contain your entire chat history including text messages, photos, videos and other media files you have exchanged on WhatsApp.
Will my messages restore in the same order?
The WhatsApp chat history and messages will restore in the same order as they were backed up. So your chat timeline remains intact after restoring your backup.
Can I restore WhatsApp backup from Android to iPhone?
There is no direct way to restore WhatsApp backup from Android to iPhone. You will have to use the Move to iOS app to transfer WhatsApp data when switching from Android to iPhone.
Does WhatsApp backup restore all settings?
Along with chats, the WhatsApp backup and restore process saves your settings as well. This includes your profile info, privacy settings, blocked contacts list, wallpapers etc.
How long are WhatsApp backups saved on iCloud?
WhatsApp backups on iCloud remain available for up to 45 days after the last backup. Older backups are deleted automatically once the 45 day limit is reached.
Conclusion
Restoring WhatsApp backup from iCloud lets you seamlessly transfer your chat history when switching or upgrading your iPhone. Ensure your backup settings are enabled properly and test the restoration process to avoid any issues. This provides added insurance against ever losing your valuable WhatsApp data.