Made easy: WhatsApp launches new method for transferring history between devices

The tool that is currently revolutionizing global communication is, without a doubt, the Whatsapp. Meta’s social network is one of the largest messaging platforms in the world and promotes accessibility through the free form of exchanging information, in addition to an intuitive interface, which contributes to its current popularity.

And, due to market competitiveness, the application frequently releases new updates that allow for an improvement in the user experience. Therefore, the developers of application They think about every detail, paying attention to consumers’ concerns.

Among the biggest complaints is the act of exchanging devices, a process in which most users end up losing many of their conversations and other data.

Because of this, WhatsApp recently implemented a new way to transfer history between devices, making the entire process easier and ensuring security of the data.

New method of transferring history on WhatsApp

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Last Friday, June 30th, the founder and owner of Meta and its associates, Mark Zuckerbergannounced a new WhatsApp feature that allows sharing of message history, including media and audio, between devices owned by the same owner.

Previously, it was necessary to use cloud backups, which would then have to be downloaded so that all the files would appear on the new device.

Now, just with the same Wi-Fi network and a simple scan of QR Code messages are automatically transferred.

However, the feature can only be used between devices with the same operating system, that is, from iOS to iOS and from Android to Android.

Still, all security and privacy are considered, with end-to-end encryption.

How to transfer conversations locally?

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The entire process is done locally, meaning there is no need to upload to the cloud, further simplifying the process. However, if you are considering moving deviceit is important that the backup is made only as a secondary security measure, in case an error or loss of connection occurs during the process.

To do this, simply select the conversation backup option in the application settings, which will send a copy of all files and data to Google Drive or Apple’s equivalent system.

Step by step guide to sharing history:

1st- Have a backup made to ensure the process;

2nd- Open WhatsApp on your device Android or iOS;

3°- Enter the settings by clicking on the three dots in the upper right corner;

4th- Go to the “Conversations” option;

5th- Now, find the “Transfer conversations” option and click “Start”;

6°- On the new device, open WhatsApp with the same details as the previous account;

7°- Note that a QR Code will appear on this device that must be scanned by the old cell phone.

Once this is done, your messages and media will soon appear on your new device; just wait for the process to complete and enjoy. application.