How to Transfer WhatsApp from iPhone to Android over Wi-Fi

WhatsApp does not provide a direct, Wi-Fi-only transfer from iPhone to Android. The official migration method uses a cable during Android setup, while some trusted phone-transfer tools can move WhatsApp data over the same Wi-Fi network. Both methods require the same phone number, sufficient storage, and an unlocked destination device.

Steps

Prepare both phones. Update WhatsApp and the phone operating systems. Charge both devices, connect both phones to the same stable Wi-Fi network, and keep screen locks disabled during the transfer.
Create a current iPhone backup. Open WhatsApp on the iPhone, select Settings > Chats > Chat Backup, and complete a fresh iCloud backup. An iCloud backup cannot be restored directly into WhatsApp for Android, but the backup protects chat history if a transfer fails.
Open a compatible Wi-Fi transfer tool. Select iPhone as the source device and Android as the destination device. Grant requested permissions, including local-network access, file access, and device connection permissions.
Pair both phones. Scan the displayed QR code or enter the pairing code. Confirm the source and destination devices before starting the WhatsApp transfer.
Verify WhatsApp on Android. Install WhatsApp on Android, register the same phone number, and allow the transfer tool to restore supported chats and media. Keep both phones connected until verification finishes.

Common Issues and Fixes

Wi-Fi transfer does not start: Different networks, guest-network isolation, or weak signals can block pairing. Connect both phones to the same private 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz network and disable VPN services.
WhatsApp data does not appear: A different phone number or incomplete Android setup can prevent restoration. Register the original WhatsApp number and follow the transfer tool’s restore sequence.
Media files are missing: Large videos, unsupported file types, or limited Android storage can interrupt media migration. Free storage space and transfer chats before transferring large media libraries.
The iPhone is not detected: Missing local-network permission or an outdated app can prevent discovery. Enable local-network access for the transfer tool and update the relevant apps.
Transfer stops midway: Battery-saving settings, screen locking, or unstable Wi-Fi can interrupt the process. Keep both phones charging, awake, and near the router.

Quick Tips

Official WhatsApp iPhone-to-Android migration generally requires a Lightning-to-USB-C cable and often occurs during Android setup.
A Wi-Fi-only method depends on third-party software compatibility with the iPhone model, Android version, WhatsApp version, and transfer type.
WhatsApp call history, peer-to-peer payment records, and some encrypted settings may not transfer.
Avoid opening WhatsApp on Android before the migration unless the transfer instructions specifically require initial setup.

Can WhatsApp transfer from iPhone to Android without an iCloud backup?

Yes, some transfer methods can move supported WhatsApp data directly between phones. An iCloud backup remains useful as a recovery copy but does not directly restore into Android WhatsApp.