How can you change WhatsApp number without losing chats

You can change your WhatsApp number without losing your chats by following these steps:

1. **Verify New Number**: First, ensure that your new phone number is active and can receive SMS or calls. Insert the new SIM card into your phone if you haven't already.

2. **Open WhatsApp**: Open WhatsApp on your phone.

3. **Access Settings**: Go to `Settings` (usually found by tapping on the three vertical dots in the top right corner).

4. **Account**: Tap on `Account`.

5. **Change Number**: Look for an option like `Change number` or `Change phone number` and tap on it.

6. **Enter Old and New Number**: You'll be prompted to enter your old phone number (your current WhatsApp number) and your new phone number.

7. **Verification**: WhatsApp will then verify your new phone number by sending a verification code via SMS. This is why it's important to have the new SIM card in your phone.

8. **Complete the Process**: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the change of number process. WhatsApp will notify your contacts about your number change if you choose that option.

9. **Transfer Chats (if needed)**: If your chat history isn't automatically transferred to your new number, WhatsApp may prompt you to transfer your chat history. Follow the prompts to move your chats from your old number to your new one.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly change your WhatsApp number without losing any of your chat history.