Preface
Many of us use WhatsApp as a lively communication hub, full of amusing memes, touching updates, and priceless pictures exchanged with loved ones. However, the amount of storage space that your WhatsApp chat history takes up on your phone might also increase as it does.
Fret no more! With the help of this thorough guide, you can finally put an end to the constant question of "How to save WhatsApp photos to Google Photos," enabling you to move your priceless WhatsApp memories to Google Photos and free up important phone space. We'll explore both automated and manual saving techniques so you may select the one that most closely matches your requirements.
How to Save Whatsapp Photos to Google Photos on iPhone
Those accustomed to iPhones typically won't utilize Google Photos, because Google Drive can be replaced by iCloud. However, understanding how to use Google Photos on iPhone is essential for someone who recently moved from Android to iOS devices.
To save WhatsApp photos to Google Photos on iPhone, you should download the
Google Photo app first, then follow these steps:Step 1: Click the Profile icon in the upper right corner of the Google Photos app after opening it.
Step 2: Choose Settings. Next, touch to activate the Back up & Sync feature.
Step 3: Under Back up device folders, turn on WhatsApp images
option.All of your devices that are signed into the same Google account will be able to access the photographs once they have been synchronized to Google photographs.
Notes:
- The quantity and size of your WhatsApp images will determine how much storage space is needed for them to move. It is typically a small amount of room, though.
- You have the option to restrict what kinds of photos from WhatsApp to sync with Google Photos. You must manually upload images to Google Photos to accomplish this.
How to Save Whatsapp Photos to Google Photos on Android
Since Android is Google's mobile operating system, moving pictures from Android is an easy procedure to do:
Step 1: Tap the Google Photos app to open it on your device. Click the inverted triangle icon that appears next to your Google account. A side panel with lots of options will be shown to you.
Step 2: Choose the "Open Folder" option from the side panel to see the different software folders that are stored on the Android smartphone. Choose the folder labeled "WhatsApp Images".
Step 3: Now, slide to the left on the "Back up & Sync" toggle option to automatically upload or back up all WhatsApp photographs to Google Photos after they download to your account.
An alternative technique for backing up and syncing WhatsApp photographs is also available.
Step 1: To activate the feature, go to "Settings" > "Backup & Sync" and slide to the left.
Step 2: The above-described approach will back up your phone once it is linked to a Wi-Fi network.
Step 3: Select "Back up device folders" and then slide the "WhatsApp Images" toggle button to the left to ensure that the WhatsApp photos are included in the backup.
FAQs
Q: What happens to my WhatsApp photos if I uninstall Google Photos?
A: Uninstalling Google Photos won't delete your photos stored within the cloud service. However, you'll lose the ability to easily view and manage them through the Google Photos app. You can still access your photos by logging in to your Google Photos account on a web browser.
Q: Is it safe to delete WhatsApp photos from my phone after they're uploaded to Google Photos?
A: Once you've confirmed that your WhatsApp photos have successfully uploaded to Google Photos and are accessible within the app or web interface, it's generally safe to delete them from your phone. This will free up valuable storage space on your device. However, it's always a good practice to maintain regular backups of your data, just in case.
Q: What are some alternative methods for saving WhatsApp photos?
A: If the methods outlined above don't suit your needs, here are some alternatives:
- Manual Transfer: Select the necessary images from WhatsApp and store them on your phone's camera roll. Then, manually upload the files to Dropbox or OneDrive, or another cloud storage service of your choice.
- Apps from Third Parties: A number of apps from third parties say they can help with WhatsApp photo transfers. Before utilizing the program, though, exercise caution and carefully investigate its security protocols and reputation.
Pro Tip: How to Transfer Google Photos to Another Cloud
Google Photos has canceled its unlimited storage space, so when the storage space is insufficient, you might need to move photos from Google Photos to another cloud. This is where MultCloud comes into play. With MultCloud, you can easily automate the transfer of your WhatsApp photos to Google Photos, simplifying the entire process.
By connecting your WhatsApp storage to Google Photos through MultCloud, you can effortlessly sync and manage your files without the hassle of manual uploads. This not only saves you time but also ensures that all your cherished moments are backed up in one secure location, ready for you to access anytime, anywhere.

- Cloud Transfer: MultCloud can transfer files from one cloud service to another directly without downloading and re-uploading.
- Cloud Sync: With MultCloud, you can easily sync two folders between different cloud services in real-time.
- Cloud Backup: You can backup and restore data between different cloud services automatically.
- Instagram Downloader: MultCloud can help you download Instagram videos, photos, reels and stories to local device or remotely upload them to your clouds.
- Email Migration: You can directly back up and save Gmail emails as PDFs to your computer or cloud drive in bulk.
- Manage all cloud accounts in one place: Connect all your clouds to MultCloud and you'll find it so easy to access and manage multiple cloud storage files with a single login.
MultCloud Supports Clouds
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Google Drive
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Google Workspace
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OneDrive
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OneDrive for Business
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SharePoint
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Dropbox
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Dropbox Business
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MEGA
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Google Photos
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iCloud Photos
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FTP
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box
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box for Business
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pCloud
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Baidu
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Flickr
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HiDrive
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Yandex
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NAS
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WebDAV
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MediaFire
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iCloud Drive
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WEB.DE
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Evernote
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Amazon S3
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Wasabi
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ownCloud
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MySQL
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Egnyte
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Putio
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ADrive
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SugarSync
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Backblaze
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CloudMe
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MyDrive
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Cubby