Switching to a new iPhone 15 but worried about losing your WhatsApp chats from your old Android phone? Transferring your WhatsApp data may seem daunting, but fortunately, there are several methods to migrate your conversations smoothly.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through 6 easy ways to transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone 15, including using the best third-party transfer tool, Apple’s own Move to iOS app, and even some methods that don’t require a computer. Let’s dive in!
Transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone with MobileTrans (Best Method)
When it comes to moving WhatsApp data between phones, nothing beats the convenience and reliability of Wondershare MobileTrans – WhatsApp Transfer. This powerful tool makes transferring WhatsApp a breeze, even for non-tech-savvy users. No need to factory reset your devices or mess with complicated backups.

Key features of MobileTrans include:
- Transfer WhatsApp between Android and iOS devices in either direction
- Supports over 6000 different phone models
- Safely migrates data without overwriting existing chats
- Backup and restore functionality
- Fully compatible with latest Android and iOS versions
Here’s how to use MobileTrans to transfer data from iPhone to Android on Windows or Mac:
- Connect both your Android phone and iPhone to your computer.
- Launch MobileTrans and select “WhatsApp Transfer“.
- The app will auto-detect the connected phones. Ensure they are in the correct source and destination slots.
- Click “Start” to begin transferring. Choose whether to keep existing WhatsApp data on your iPhone.
- Wait a few minutes for the process to complete. Don’t disconnect the phones until it’s finished.
That’s it! Launch WhatsApp on your iPhone and it will automatically detect and prompt you to restore the transferred data.
Using Apple’s Move to iOS App
With the release of iOS 15.5, Apple added the ability to transfer WhatsApp data from Android to iPhone directly through the Move to iOS app. However, there are some limitations and requirements:
- Your Android phone must be running Android 5 (Lollipop) or above
- iPhone must have iOS 15.5 or later
- WhatsApp versions must be up-to-date on both devices
- Use the same phone number on old and new phone
- iPhone must be factory reset and set up as new
Follow these steps to transfer your WhatsApp data with Move to iOS:

- Reset your iPhone to factory settings
- During setup, select “Move Data from Android” and enter the code in the Move to iOS Android app
- Select “WhatsApp” in the data transfer list
- Wait for WhatsApp data to transfer, then download the latest WhatsApp on your iPhone
- Tap “Start” in the WhatsApp app and grant necessary permissions to complete the process
While this official method is a welcome addition, it’s quite restricted and requires wiping your iPhone. The 3rd party MobileTrans offers a lot more flexibility.
Transfer WhatsApp from Android to iPhone Without PC
Want to transfer WhatsApp directly between phones without a computer? The Mutsapper (formerly Wutsapper) Android app allows you to do just that. Just connect your old Android phone to the new iPhone with a USB OTG cable or USB-C to Lightning cable.

Here’s how it works:
- Download Mutsapper from Google Play and open it
- Select “Android to iPhone” transfer mode
- Log into your WhatsApp account with your phone number
- Connect the phones with the appropriate cable and authorize
- The app will parse and transfer your WhatsApp data
While handy for a quick transfer, using a computer-based method like MobileTrans gives you more control and options.
Backup and Restore Method
If you haven’t gotten your new iPhone yet, you can use MobileTrans to backup WhatsApp on your Android phone, then restore that backup to the iPhone later. Here’s how:

- Connect your Android phone to computer and launch MobileTrans
- Select “Backup & Restore” and tap “Backup” under “App Backup & Restore“
- Choose “WhatsApp” and click “Start” to back up your data
- When you have your iPhone, connect it and choose “Restore” in MobileTrans
- Select your WhatsApp backup file and restore it to the iPhone
You can also use a WhatsApp backup extractor tool to view your WhatsApp backup and export individual chats as HTML or PDF files.
Email Chat Method
For selectively transferring just a few important conversations, you can use WhatsApp’s built-in Email Chat feature to send chats to yourself. Here’s how:

- In WhatsApp on Android, open the chat you want to transfer
- Tap “More” and select “Email Conversation“
- Choose to include or exclude media attachments
- Enter your own email address and send the chat
- Open the email on your iPhone to view the chat history
Note that the chats will just be text files and won’t actually restore into WhatsApp on the iPhone. This method is best for only a handful of essential chats.
Transfer Chats with a New Phone Number
Changing phone numbers while switching to iPhone? You can transfer your WhatsApp account to the new number right in the app before moving to iOS:

- On Android, insert the new SIM card but keep your old number active
- In WhatsApp, go to Settings > Account > Change Number
- Enter your old and new phone numbers
- Verify the change with the code sent to your new number
- Take a fresh backup on the new number before moving to iPhone
Make sure to use the same new number when setting up WhatsApp on the iPhone to access the backup.
Tips Before Transferring WhatsApp to iPhone
To make your WhatsApp transfer from Android to iPhone as smooth as possible, keep these things in mind:
- Always maintain a current backup of your chats, even if you can’t restore Android backups on iPhone directly
- Use the same phone number on both devices for the easiest transfer experience
- Research 3rd party transfer tools carefully and choose a well-known, reliable one like MobileTrans
- If your Samsung tablet is frozen during the transfer, force restart it
- Understand common stitching terms like “Stitch Incoming” when combining WhatsApp chats
- WhatsApp’s local backup on Android is stored in your phone’s internal storage at /WhatsApp/Databases
- Beware of fake WhatsApp transfer tools that may steal your data
Final Thoughts
Transferring your WhatsApp conversations from Android to iPhone may seem tricky, but with the right methods and tools, you can get your chats moved over safely and easily.
While techniques like using Apple’s Move to iOS app, emailing chats, or changing numbers can work in some cases, the most reliable and versatile solution is using a dedicated transfer tool like Wondershare MobileTrans. It can directly migrate your WhatsApp data between platforms, as well as backup and restore your chats.