Transfer Messages

Move encrypted chat history directly between two phones over the local network.

Transfer Messages moves your encrypted chat history from one phone to another over your local Wi-Fi network — no cloud upload required.

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Back
Top-left arrow. Cancels the transfer and returns.
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I'm the old device (send)
Pick this on the phone that has your messages. It generates a transfer code.
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I'm the new device (receive)
Pick this on the empty phone. You'll be asked to type the code from the old phone.
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Transfer code field
Enter the code shown on the other device.
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Status banner
Live progress — "Building backup bundle", "Devices connected", "Importing records", etc.
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Cancel
Stops the transfer at any time.