Transfer WhatsApp to New Phone with New Number (Easy Steps)

How to Transfer WhatsApp to New Phone with New Number

Switching to a new phone with a different number? WhatsApp makes it surprisingly easy to transfer your chat history, groups, and account settings to your new device. Whether you're moving between Android phones or iPhones, this guide will walk you through the simple steps to keep your WhatsApp data intact during the transition.

Using WhatsApp's Built-in Change Number Feature

WhatsApp's official Change Number feature seamlessly migrates your account to a new phone number while preserving all your data. This method works for both Android and iPhone users switching to devices on the same platform.

Step 1. Launch WhatsApp and go to the Change Number feature:

• Android: Tap Menu (three dots) → Settings → Account → Change number

• iPhone: Go to Settings → Account → Change Number

Step 2. Tap Next and enter both your old and new phone numbers.

Step 3. Verify your new number by entering the 6-digit code sent via SMS.

Step 4. Create a backup to associate your chats with the new number:

• Android: Menu → Settings → Chats → Chat backup → Back up

• iPhone: Settings → Chats → Chat backup → Back Up Now

Step 5. Install WhatsApp on your new phone, register with your new number, and tap Restore when prompted to recover your chat history.

   

★Tips:

   

Ensure both phones have stable internet connection during the process.

Back up your chats right before transferring for the most recent data.

The Change Number feature automatically notifies your contacts about your new number.

Can’t restore your WhatsApp chat on iPhone? Find solutions in this page: 6 Solutions to WhatsApp Couldn't Restore Chat History

   

Transfer WhatsApp Between iPhones with FoneTool

Need to transfer WhatsApp to a new iPhone using a different Apple ID? FoneTool provides the perfect solution for seamless iPhone-to-iPhone transfers without Apple ID restrictions.

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Step 1. Download FoneTool on your Windows PC and connect both iPhones using USB cables.

Step 2. Launch FoneTool and go to WhatsApp Manager → Transfer WhatsApp → Get Started.

Step 3. Confirm your source and target devices, then click Start Transfer.

Step 4. Follow on-screen instructions, enter passcode if prompted, and wait for completion.

Conclusion

Whether you're simply changing numbers or switching between iPhones with different Apple IDs, transferring your WhatsApp data is now hassle-free. Use WhatsApp's built-in Change Number feature for same-platform transfers, or rely on FoneTool for flexible iPhone-to-iPhone migrations without Apple ID limitations.