Why have my old WhatsApp messages disappeared?

If a user doesn't open WhatsApp in the 24 hour, 7 day, or 90 day period, the message will disappear from the chat. However, the preview of the message might still be displayed in notifications until WhatsApp is opened.

Why can't I see old messages on WhatsApp?

Ensure that your new Android device is linked to the Google Account where your backup is saved. Install and open WhatsApp, then verify your number. Tap RESTORE when prompted to restore your chats and media from Google Drive. After the restoration process is complete, tap NEXT.

How can I recover my lost WhatsApp messages?

Though, if you are using an Android device, then go to its Settings > Chats > Chat Backup and backup your chats first. Once the backup is taken, reinstall WhatsApp and choose to restore your chats from the internal storage of your device.

Does WhatsApp automatically delete old messages?

Users can select between 24 hours, seven days, and 90 days as an option to auto-delete messages on WhatsApp. To select any of the options mentioned above, go to Privacy settings on the WhatsApp mobile app and tap on 'Default Message Timer'.

How far back does WhatsApp keep messages?

How long are messages stored on WhatsApp? Messages are held on WhatsApp's servers for 30 days if they are not received after being sent. This means when you send a message, it is deleted from servers, once received. However, if it is not received, then it is stored for 30 days and automatically deleted after that time.

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Why all my WhatsApp media deleted automatically?

WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature that makes it easier to delete media such as images, GIFs and videos automatically. The rationale is that it could improve the messaging experience for users and prevent device memory being clogged with images and other files.

How do I restore my 4 year old WhatsApp messages?

If you already had your WhatsApp account backed up a year ago or 4 years ago, it is easy to recover old WhatsApp messages by uninstall WhatsApp and restore Google backup, Android local backup or restore iCloud backup on your phone.

Why my messages get deleted automatically?

There a number of reasons that may cause the issue. It can be an accidental deletion or loss, recent app updates that affect your text messages, date and time setting in your phone is not updated, Android system or app version that needs an update, and many others.

How can I restore my old WhatsApp messages on my iPhone?

Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Then you will start setting up iPhone and get to the Apps & Data screen > Choose Restore from iCloud backup. Sign in to the same iCloud account that you used to create backup > Choose one backup to start restoring.

How can I recover my 1 year old WhatsApp without backup?

How do I retrieve an older WhatsApp backup from iCloud?

How can I restore my 1 year old WhatsApp without backup iPhone?

How do I restore my 6 months WhatsApp messages?

Can I restore old WhatsApp backup?

To restore a less recent local backup

Download a file manager app. In the file manager app, navigate to sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases . If your data isn't stored on the SD card, you might see "internal storage" or "main storage" instead of sdcard. Rename the backup file you want to restore from msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.

Why is WhatsApp not restoring from iCloud?

Check iPhone Storage

If your iPhone doesn't have enough available storage for the iCloud backup, then it can be the reason why you're unable to restore WhatsApp from iCloud. In this case, you just need to delete some unnecessary files and free up space on your device for backup.

Where is WhatsApp backup in iCloud?

The short answer is via iCloud Drive. Your WhatsApp backup(s) are stored in a hidden folder of iCloud Drive on your MacBook (if you signed into iCloud and turned on iCloud Drive). You should see all the files related to your WhatsApp backup(s). If you don't see anything, then make sure that iCloud drive is turned on.

Where are my WhatsApp messages?

Depending on your device, the WhatsApp folder may appear under /sdcard/, /storage/, Internal Memory, or similar. Within that WhatsApp folder, you'll find the various chat backup files. The latest one is named msgstore. db.