Do you want to switch from an iPhone to an Android? If so, you likely want to bring some of your sensitive data. That includes your chat history on WhatsApp.
Most methods of transferring data between iPhone and Android involve using some cable. That could be an OTG cable/adapter or USB cable. However, dealing with wires can sometimes be complicated.
So, you wonder: Can you move the data wirelessly? Yes, there are a few ways discussed below. Read on to learn how to transfer WhatsApp data from iPhone to Android without cable.
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Transfer WhatsApp Data from iPhone to Android Without Cable in One Click
As stated, there are only a few ways to transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android without cable. One of them is via MobileTrans App. It's easy-to-use and secure software, one of the "best apps for phone and file transfer."
The App supports all phones running on iOS and Android. It requires no cellular data or cable usage, and it is fast and efficient. You can transfer all your WhatsApp data simultaneously - with one click!
Besides, MobileTrans App can transfer up to 10 types of phone data, including WhatsApp, between devices. It's ideal when switching to a new phone and wants to transfer everything to the new device. It can also transfer WhatsApp between Android devices.
- Transfer data across iOS and Android.
- Support up to 10 types of data.
- No data loss. No data leaks.
Follow these steps to transfer WhatsApp chats from iPhone to Android without cable:
- Follow the prompts on the screen to connect both devices. As soon as a connection is established, the transfer will start. Wait for the process to be completed.
Besides the MobileTrans App, you can consider other wireless methods discussed below. These include the default way of exporting WhatsApp chats and the Samsung Smart Switch. Or you can transfer via Google Drive.
Transfer WhatsApp Data from iPhone to Android Without Cable via 'Export Chat'
You can use a built-in feature to transfer WhatsApp chat from iPhone to Android without cable. However, the process is quite lengthy because you can only export one text at a time. The method is only recommended if you've only a few chats that you want to move from iPhone to Android.
Also, the method involves using email. It only transfers WhatsApp text, photos, and videos less than 25MB per mail. You can't also sync these chats with the data on your Android device. Still, it's a reliable, free way to move WhatsApp iPhone to Android without cable.
Check out the following easy steps:
- Open WhatsApp on the iPhone and tap the chat that you wish to transfer. Click on the top of the screen and select "Export Chat" from the list.
- A popup will appear. You can export the chats "Without Media" or "Attach Media."
- WhatsApp will begin processing your data. Enter the email address to which you wish export the WhatsApp messages and click Send.
- Once the email is sent, go to the Android phone and log in to that email account. Download to view the WhatsApp chats.
Repeat steps 1-4 above for each chat conversation you wish to export. As stated, the process can take quite some time if you export many texts. You'll end up with multiple emails before you're through.
Use Smart Switch to Transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android Without Cable
Is your new Android phone a Samsung Galaxy? You can use Samsung Smart Switch to wirelessly transfer WhatsApp from your iPhone. You can also use this method to move almost all data types, not only WhatsApp messages.
Use the steps below to perform an iPhone-to-Android WhatsApp transfer without cable:
- Back up your iPhone WhatsApp messages onto iCloud.
- Download the Smart Switch app on your new Android phone and open it.
- Tap Receive data and select iPhone from the options.
- Tap Get data from iCloud instead.
- Type in your Apple ID to sign in. Once you're signed in, select the data you wish to move.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the process.
Transfer WhatsApp Data from iPhone to Android Without Cable via Google Drive
Your iPhone automatically backs up WhatsApp data to iCloud. So, you can't directly restore iCloud WhatsApp backup to an Android device. Yet, there's a simple workaround explained in the steps below:
- Ensure you have installed the Google Drive app on your iPhone and Android.
- Open the Drive on your iPhone and click the Plus (.) button.
- Tap Upload > Files > WhatsApp > Backups.
- Select a backup file, then tap OK at the bottom of the screen to upload it to Google Drive.
- Install WhatsApp on your Android phone and set it up. When prompted, enter the same phone number associated with your Google account.
- As you complete the process, you'll be asked if you wish to restore a previous backup. Tap Restore to restore the backup you just uploaded to Google Drive.
Once the restoration is completed, you can read the chats on your Android phone. That's how to transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android without cable via Google Drive.
Conclusion
You've discovered a few ways to transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to iPhone without cable. MobileTrans App makes it easy.
You can also export chats one by one using WhatsApp's built-in feature (Export Chats). But you're in luck if your Android device is a Samsung Galaxy. You can move WhatsApp from iPhone to Android without cable via Smart Switch.
You can even upload a local WhatsApp backup file through Google Drive. During WhatsApp setup, you'll be able to restore on the Android. So, what's your best method?
