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It can be frustrating when you accidentally delete an old chat, important photos, or crucial information from someone you care about on WhatsApp. But the good news is that you can recover your deleted chats by following the right steps.

WhatsApp is no longer just a chatting app; it has become a digital treasure trove of our memories and important information. So, when a special chat is accidentally deleted, panic is understandable. But the good news is that WhatsApp offers ways to recover deleted chats. You just need to know the right method. Below, we are explaining three methods that are easy even for average users.

Recover chats from cloud backup

(Android – Google Drive | iPhone – iCloud)

If you have enabled auto-backup in WhatsApp, you've already won half the battle. Whenever you reinstall WhatsApp, the app itself asks if you want to restore the old backup.

How to recover:

• Uninstall WhatsApp from your phone.
• Reinstall the app from the Play Store or App Store.
• Verify your mobile number.
• The "Restore" option will appear on the screen; tap on it.
• Your old chats can be restored in just a few minutes.

Note: If the backup was created after the chat was deleted, that chat will not be recovered.

Recovery from local backup (for Android users only)

Many people don't know that Android phones automatically create a local backup of WhatsApp every day, even without an internet connection. If you don't have a backup in Google Drive, this method can be a lifesaver for you.

Understand the steps:

• Open File Manager on your phone.
• Go to the WhatsApp > Databases folder.
• There you will see backup files with dates.
• Rename the file with the relevant date to msgstore.db.crypt14.
• Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
• Select "Restore" during setup.

That's it, your old chats should reappear. Third-Party Recovery Tools (Last Resort)

If neither cloud backup nor local backup is available, some people resort to third-party recovery software. These tools claim to scan for deleted data by connecting your phone to a computer.

Some popular tools:

• Dr.Fone
• iMyFone
• Tenorshare

How to recover:

• Typically, you need to install the software on a PC or Mac.
• The phone needs to be connected via USB.
• USB Debugging might need to be enabled on Android.

Caution is necessary:

• Only download tools from official websites.
• Not every tool guarantees 100% recovery.
• Understand the security of your personal data first.

Keep in mind that WhatsApp chat recovery is possible, but not always. Therefore, the best approach is to always keep auto-backup enabled so that you don't regret it if something is accidentally deleted.

Important Questions Related to the Article (FAQs)

Q1 Can deleted WhatsApp chats really be recovered?

A. Yes, if a backup was created before the chat was deleted (in Google Drive or iCloud), it can be recovered.

Q2 Is it possible to recover WhatsApp chats without a backup?

A. Recovery without a backup is difficult, but for Android users, local backups or some third-party tools might help. However, there is no 100% guarantee.

Q3 How often is a WhatsApp backup created?

A. It depends on the user's settings. Backups can be daily, weekly, or monthly. On Android, local backups are usually created daily.

Q4 Are third-party recovery tools safe?

A. Not every tool is safe. Only download tools from trusted and official websites and be sure to read their privacy policy.

Q5 Why is recovery from local backup not possible on iPhone?

A. The iOS system does not allow access to local files, so on iPhone, chats can only be recovered from iCloud backup.