In a helpful update for many, a recent guide has been released detailing steps to recover deleted WhatsApp conversations, ensuring that no important messages are lost permanently. For users who have accidentally deleted their chats or experienced data loss, this guide provides a straightforward solution.
The process involves using WhatsApp’s built-in backup feature, which stores chats in the cloud. Users can restore their conversations by uninstalling and then reinstalling the app, where they will be prompted to restore their chat history from a backup during the setup process.

Recover with automatic backups
WhatsApp can offer you with an automatic backup feature. This is one of the lifesaver methods in such situations. By default, WhatsApp backs up your chats to iCloud (for iOS) and Google Drive (for Android) on a day-to-day basis. To recover deleted chats using this method follow the steps enlisted below:
- Start by uninstalling WhatsApp from your device.
- Next you need to reinstall WhatsApp and verify your phone number.
- Now during setup, you will be prompted to restore your chats from the backup. Tap on “Restore” to initiate the process.
Recover with local backups
You have another option, in case you haven’t enabled cloud backups. WhatsApp also saves local backups of your chats on your device. You can restore them from a local backup. Here’s how to do it:
- First you need to visit your device’s file manager and find the WhatsApp folder.
- Next you need to locate the ‘Databases’ folder.
- Now identify the backup file you want to restore. Most of them are usually named as “msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.1.db.crypt12”.
- Now rename this file to ‘msgstore.db.crypt12.’
- After that you need to uninstall and reinstall your WhatsApp.
- Lastly during the setup you should choose to ‘restore chats from local backup.’
Please note that these steps are only available for android users.
Other recovery methods
In addition to this, you can use several third-party apps to recover deleted WhatsApp chats without the need for backups. Some popular options can include the following:
- Dr.Fone
- EaseUS MobiSaver
- Tenorshare UltData.
Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of setting up regular chat backups in WhatsApp settings. By selecting daily, weekly, or monthly backup options, users can safeguard their data and minimize the risk of losing critical information in the future.
This practical advice is aimed at enhancing user experience and providing essential tech tips to maintain accessibility to important digital conversations. For those who value their WhatsApp exchanges, setting up these protective measures can be a valuable step towards securing their digital communications.