How to Restore WhatsApp Chat History [iOS & Andorid]

Part 1: Can We Get WhatsApp Chat History after Deleting？

Yes, in many cases, you can get your WhatsApp chat history back even after deleting it—but it depends on how the data was deleted and whether you had a backup. If you’ve previously backed up your WhatsApp to Google Drive (for Android) or iCloud (for iPhone), restoring from that backup is usually the easiest way. However, if you don’t have a backup or don’t want to overwrite current data, you can turn to WhatsApp chat history recovery tools, which allow you to restore WhatsApp chat history selectively—even without a backup.

Part 2: WhatsApp Chat History Recovery from Others

The first method for WhatsApp chat history recovery is Exports Chats. This is by taking help from your friends and asking them to export the chats between you and them. The chats are not exported into WhatsApp, instead you get your chat history in a .txt file. Media in chats is also included and will be added as attachments.

• Open your chats in WhatsApp on your friend’s phone.

• On the top right corner of the screen, tap on the three dots. Tap on more and then go to Export Chat.

  

Tips: For iPhone users, just tap your name and then find the Export Chat option.

• If you include media, only 10000 latest messages will be exported. If you don’t include media, 40000 latest messages will be exported.
• Share the file through email, WhatsApp or other methods.

Part 3: How to Restore Chat History on WhatsApp with Backup

You have to ask your contacts one by one to export the chats. If you lose all your WhatsApp chat history, what should you do? Now, if you did create a backup, then you can restore WhatsApp chat history from your latest backup. It is a whole backup restoring and directly shown in your WhatsApp after that.

1. Restore WhatsApp Chats History for iPhone Users

iPhone users usually backup their WhatsApp to iCloud. To restore WhatsApp chat history from iCloud:

• Delete WhatsApp and then reinstall it from App Store.
• Next, set up WhatsApp and log in using the same phone number. It will then scan for any available backups.

• Once it finds the backup, restore chats by tapping Restore Chat History.

  
• This will get back your chats in a few minutes on iPhone.

2. Restore WhatsApp Chats History for Android Users

Google Drive is for Android phones as iCloud is for iPhones. Most people backup WhatsApp to Google Drive. And some users also directly backup WhatsApp to local storage. To restore WhatsApp chat history from Google Drive or local backup, the process is the same.

• Uninstall WhatsApp and then reinstall it. Set up your WhatsApp again using the same phone number.

• WhatsApp will search for a backup and then ask you to restore from it. Tap on Restore.

  
• After it finishes, tap on Next and use your WhatsApp as usual again.

Part 4: How to Recover WhatsApp Chat History without Backup [iOS & Android]

In the case where you do not have a backup, it doesn’t mean that all hope is lost. You can still recover WhatsApp chat history using Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery.

Why We Choose Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery?

• Selective recovery: Preview and choose specific messages, photos, or videos to recover.
• No app uninstall: Recover chats without uninstalling WhatsApp or losing existing data.
• Cross-platform support: Compatible with both Android and iOS devices without backup and root.
• Easy to use: User-friendly interface with a quick, click-through recovery process.

The following steps explain how to restore WhatsApp chat history on Android phone. If you are an iPhone user, read this guide: how to recover WhatsApp messages without backup on iPhone.

• First of all, download and install UltData WhatsApp Recovery and then run program. Click on Device. Choose the option of Android.

  

  
  

• The next step is to connect your Android phone to the computer using the USB cable. Then enable USB debugging on your phone. Once the phone is recognized, click on Start to recover deleted WhatsApp chats.

  

• The data is grouped into categories. Choose all the data you want to recover. May it be a chat, videos or images, you select them and hit Recover.

  

Conclusion

WhatsApp is among the mostly used applications worldwide. And if you end up losing a WhatsApp chat due to whatever reason, there are many ways to get them back. Whichever the above method you end up using, you will successfully recover WhatsApp chat history. And Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery is especially for you when you do not have a WhatsApp backup.

FAQ about Recover WhatsApp Chat History

Q1: How can I recover my old WhatsApp chat history?

You can recover old WhatsApp chat history by restoring from a previous backup. If you're using Android, backups are typically stored in Google Drive or locally on your phone. For iPhone users, backups are usually saved in iCloud. Simply reinstall WhatsApp and follow the prompts to restore your chat history from the available backup.

Q2: How can I restore my WhatsApp chat history without backup?

Restoring WhatsApp chats without a backup is possible with professional data recovery tools. Tenorshare UltData WhatsApp Recovery allows you to scan your device and selectively recover deleted WhatsApp messages, photos, videos, and more—even if you never created a backup.

Q3: Why can't WhatsApp restore my chat history?

There could be several reasons: the backup file may be missing, corrupted, or too old; the phone number doesn't match the backup; the device lacks sufficient storage; or the internet connection is unstable during restoration. Make sure your backup exists and is linked to the correct account and number.

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