Transferring WeChat from an old phone to a new one is straightforward, whether you're moving from an Android device to an iPhone or between iPhones. WeChat has streamlined the process, making it easy to migrate your account seamlessly.

Transferring WeChat from your old phone to a new phone is easy, and you won't lose your chat history if you follow the right steps. Here's how to do it for both iPhone and Android:

✅ Step-by-Step: Transfer WeChat to a New Phone
🔁 Method 1: Use WeChat's Built-in Chat Migration Tool
Works for both iOS and Android

On Your Old Phone:
Open WeChat.

Go to Me > Settings > General > Chat Log Migration.

Tap "Migrate Chats to Another Device."

Choose:

Migrate Entire Chat History

Or Select Chat History

A QR code will appear on your old device.

On Your New Phone:
Install and open WeChat.

Log in using the same account.

Tap "Scan" and scan the QR code from your old phone.

Migration will begin automatically.

📱 Method 2: Backup and Restore via WeChat for Windows/Mac (Desktop)
Best for large chat histories or if devices are not side-by-side.

Step 1: On Your Computer
Install WeChat for Desktop.

Log in by scanning the QR code with your old phone.

Step 2: Backup Chats
Click on the Menu (three lines) > Backup and Restore > Back up on PC.

Choose which chats to back up from your old phone.

Step 3: Restore to New Phone
On your new phone, log in to WeChat with the same account.

On the desktop, click "Restore to Phone".

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the transfer.

📌 Important Notes
Make sure both phones are on the same Wi-Fi network (for Method 1).

Your WeChat ID or phone number must be the same on both devices.

Don't uninstall WeChat from your old phone until the transfer is complete.

You can only transfer data between devices of the same operating system for full compatibility (some limits apply when going iOS ↔ Android).

🛠 Common Issues & Fixes
Problem   Solution
Can't log in on new phone   Try SMS verification or recover account with linked email/ID
QR code won't scan   Ensure both phones are on Wi-Fi and camera access is enabled
Partial chats missing   Check if you selected "Partial Migration" and repeat for missed chats