In an exciting move, WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has rolled out a new feature in its latest update that makes transferring your data from one phone to another a breeze. This innovative chat transfer feature ensures a seamless transition without the hassle of leaving the WhatsApp application.

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The feature, as reported by WABetainfo, empowers WhatsApp users to securely transfer their messages to a new mobile device, encompassing everything from personal messages to photos, videos, and documents. However, it's important to note that the call history is not included in this transfer.

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For those wondering how to make use of this handy feature, here are the simple requirements:

• Your old and new Android phones must have Android OS Lollipop 5.1, SDK 23 or above, or Android 6 or above installed.
• Ensure the same phone number is used on your new phone as your old one.
• The new phone should not be registered on WhatsApp until the migration process on the old phone starts.
• Keep the phones close to each other.
• Both phones need to be connected to a power source.
• Enable WiFi on both phones; they don't need to be connected to a network.

Now, let's walk through the step-by-step process to transfer your chat history:

How to Easily Transfer WhatsApp Data to a New Phone: Step-by-Step Guide

On Your Old Phone:

1. Open WhatsApp on your old phone.
2. Tap More Options > Settings > Chats > Transfer chats > Start.
3. Accept the required permissions and get ready to scan the QR code displayed on your new phone.

On Your New Phone:

1. Download and open WhatsApp on your new phone. Go through the setup process.
2. Tap Accept terms and conditions > Verify your phone number.
3. Tap Start on "Transfer chat history from old phone."
4. Accept the requested permissions, and a QR code will appear.
5. On your old phone, scan the QR code displayed on your new phone.
6. Accept the invitation to connect on your new phone to link it to your old phone.
7. While your chat history is transferring, a progress bar will track the process. Keep both phones unlocked and stay in WhatsApp.
8. Messaging is paused during the transfer, and you can cancel the process at any time.
9. Once the import is complete, tap Done.

With these straightforward steps, you can effortlessly transfer your WhatsApp data to a new phone, ensuring you never miss a beat in your messaging experience. Say goodbye to the complexities of data migration with this user-friendly feature from WhatsApp.