WhatsApp proposes a quicker method for transferring conversations between devices

 The new approach does not use Google Drive backup and restore anymore.

A new feature that lets you transport your WhatsApp conversations across devices without storing them in the cloud has been introduced by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

You may now scan a QR code on one phone to start a straight transfer to another running the same OS as opposed to backing up and restoring your conversations via Google Drive. In essence, this implies that users will be able to transfer chats with this upgrade without the data ever leaving the two smartphones – or even leaving WhatsApp.

According to Meta, this approach is not only faster when it comes to the transfer of massive media but also more private than cloud services. The new technique ensures that nothing is lost in the move by covering both conversations and media history. Data is completely encrypted throughout the procedure.

How to utilise the new direct conversation transfer feature in WhatsApp

1. Before anything else, ensure sure both of your devices are present, linked to Wi-Fi, and location-enabled.

2. Next, scan the QR code on your previous phone by going to Settings > Chats > Chat transfer.

3. The transfer will start immediately.