Switching from iOS? No sweat
Transfer irreplaceable chats from messaging apps like WhatsApp to
your new Galaxy device from iOS* and Android^ devices absolutely fuss-free.
*Available for iOS 10 or above. ^Available for Android 10 or above.
Switching from iOS? No sweat
Switching from iOS? No sweat
Transfer irreplaceable chats from messaging apps like WhatsApp to
your new Galaxy device from iOS* and Android^ devices absolutely fuss-free.
Transfer irreplaceable chats from messaging apps like WhatsApp to your new Galaxy device from iOS* and Android^ devices absolutely fuss-free.
*Available for iOS 10 or above. ^Available for Android 10 or above.
*Available for iOS 10 or above. ^Available for Android 10 or above.
Get started with your migration
Get started with your migration
Let our step-by-step guide bring you through the move effortlessly - regardless whether you’re an iOS or Android user, we’ve got you covered.
Let our step-by-step guide bring you through the move effortlessly - regardless whether you’re an iOS or Android user, we’ve got you covered.
iOS to Galaxy
iOS to Galaxy
What you need:
What you need:
Note: WhatsApp can only be migrated before sign in on the new device.
If someone signs into WhatsApp before migration or before Smart Switch is done transferring data, the migration will not be possible.
Instructions - Android to Galaxy
Instructions
Android to Galaxy
Step 1
Turn on your new Galaxy device and connect to your iOS device by cable when prompted.
Step 2
Follow the Smart Switch instructions.
Step 3
Scan the QR code displayed on your new Galaxy device using your iOS device’s camera.
Step 4
Tap “Start” on your iOS device and wait for the process to complete.
Step 5
Continue setting up your new Galaxy device.
Step 6
Once at “Home screen”, open WhatsApp and login with the same number used on your iOS device.
Step 7
Tap “Import” when prompted and allow the process to complete.
Step 8
Finish activating your new Galaxy device and your WhatsApp chats should now be available.
Android to Galaxy
Android to Galaxy
What you need:
What you need:
*Some devices may not be supported even if they are OS ICS or higher.
Note: WhatsApp can only be migrated before sign in on the new device. If someone signs into WhatsApp before migration or before Smart Switch is done transferring data, the migration will not be possible.
Instructions - iOS to Galaxy
Instructions
iOS to Galaxy
Step 1
Open WhatsApp on your Android device.
Step 2
Go to “Menu” > “Settings” > “Chats”
Step 3
Tap “Chat backup”.
Step 4
Tap "Account" to select or add your Google Drive account.
Step 5
Tap "Back Up" to store your WhatsApp conversations and media to your Google Drive.
Step 6
Open WhatsApp on your new Galaxy device and login with the same number used on your previous Android device.
Step 7
After initial setup, tap “Next” to allow WhatsApp access to your Google Drive backup.
Step 8
Find the account that contains your backup, click “Restore” and you’re all set.
Ready to make the switch?
Ready to make the switch?
From the innovative foldable smartphone, to the one and only S Pen, to pro-grade camera technology, Galaxy has something for every switcher and upgrader.
Check out the newest Galaxy devices.
From the innovative foldable smartphone, to the one and only S Pen, to pro-grade camera technology, Galaxy has something for every switcher and upgrader.
Check out the newest Galaxy devices.
Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
Galaxy S21 Series 5G
Galaxy S22 Series 5G
Galaxy Buds2
Galaxy Watch4 Series
Galaxy Tab S7 FE
Galaxy Tab S8 Series
Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
Galaxy S21 Series 5G
Galaxy Buds2
Galaxy Watch4 Series
Galaxy Tab S7 FE
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