How to Backup WhatsApp Without Opening WhatsApp 2025
Are you wondering about how to backup WhatsApp on iPhone/iPad without launching WhatsApp? There are 3 methods available for completing the process, and FoneTool might be the easiest way.
How can I backup my WhatsApp chats without opening WhatsApp?
My WhatsApp can’t function correctly on my iPhone, but there is so much data on this app. I need to back up the data immediately. Can I backup WhatsApp without opening the app? And how?
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WhatsApp, used by billions of people globally, enables users to send text and voice messages, make voice and video calls, share images, videos, documents, locations, and various other types of content. To prevent accidental deletion, device damage, or when switching to a new iPhone/iPad, it's wise to back up your WhatsApp data.
And for some users whose WhatsApp can't function normally, or the WhatsApp data is corrupted, preventing them from opening the app, backing up WhatsApp without opening it can be so important.
Now you can keep on reading to easily finish the process. And FoneTool mentioned in Method 1 might be the most handy way.
Method 1. How to backup WhatsApp without opening WhatsApp - Free & safe
When it comes to backing up WhatsApp on iPhone/iPad, FoneTool will be the most ideal way to complete it. With its excellent function, you can easily move WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business messages, documents, photos, videos and other attachments to the PC.
Best WhatsApp backup & restore software
- Simply back up all iPhone WhatsApp data to PC in one click.
- Transfer dozens of GB of WhatsApp data to PC in minutes.
- Safe USB connection protects all data from loss.
- Easily export WhatsApp chats to HTML from the backup.
- Various iPhone models can be supported, even the iPhone 16.
- Restore the backup to any iOS device as you like.
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Now you can download the handy FoneTool on your Windows PC and learn how to take WhatsApp backup without opening WhatsApp.
Step 1. Connect your iPhone/iPad to computer. Then open FoneTool.
Step 2. Choose WhatsApp Manager > Go to Backup WhatsApp > Tap on the Get Started button to begin.
Step 3. You can check Enable Backup Encryption to protect your private data > Select a destination to save your WhatsApp backup from the Backup Storage Path option > Click Start Backup to begin the task.
Once the backup process is completed, you can go to the My Backups page and click the Restore dot to restore it to any iPhone/iPad, even if they are using different Apple IDs.
- How to export WhatsApp chat without opening?
- If need, you can also click the View dot next to the Restore dot from the My Backups page to browse your WhatsApp backup. Then you can choose your targeted data and tap on Export to Computer to export the data you need to the computer.
Method 2. How to backup WhatsApp on iTunes
iTunes can be another available approach to fully back up iPhone/iPad data including WhatsApp. Now you can download the latest iTunes on your Windows PC to learn
Step 1. Connect your iPhone/iPad to your computer with a USB cable.
Step 2. Click the device icon of iPhone/iPad in the iTunes screen. Click Back Up Now to backup WhatsApp on iTunes.
Method 3. How to backup WhatsApp on iPhone with iCloud
If you need, you can also use iCloud to back up all iPhone/iPad data including WhatsApp on iPhone directly.
Launch the Settings app on your iPhone/iPad > Tap your Apple ID > Choose iCloud > Enable the iCloud Backup option to make it.
If there is not enough space in your iCloud, FoneTool's powerful feature can also help you easily manage iCloud data on your Windows PC (My iCloud > Manage iCloud).
FAQs about ways to backup WhatsApp
Conclusion
If you don’t know how to backup WhatsApp without opening WhatsApp, this message can help you a lot. You can use FoneTool to directly back up WhatsApp or WhatsApp business data on iPhone/iPad. Or use iTunes and iCloud to fully back up your device.
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