The process involves transferring WhatsApp data, including chats, media, and other account information, from an iPhone (iOS) to an Android device. A common example is a user upgrading from an Apple iPhone to a Samsung Galaxy phone and wishing to retain their existing WhatsApp history on the new device.
The capability to perform this transfer is significant for users who switch between these mobile operating systems. It allows them to maintain continuity in their communications, preserving valuable personal and professional records stored within the application. Historically, this migration was not directly supported, requiring complex workarounds or third-party tools, many of which posed security risks or were unreliable.