GB WhatsApp is an official version of WhatsApp by Meta. GB Whatsapp is a mod APK first developed by Alex Mods and Rafalense in 2016, and gave a new appearance to WhatsApp by introducing various new and useful features.
People face many problems while using and switching to GB Whatsapp. One is transferring data from Whatsapp messenger to GB Whatsapp while the user tries switching between the applications.
Although the backup and transfer process from WhatsApp to GB WhatsApp barely takes up to 5 minutes, it might take some extra time depending on the amount of data you have on your device that is to be transferred.
Steps to transfer data from WhatsApp to GB WhatsApp
Below mentioned is a way and process that can help you move your data from WhatsApp to GBWhatsapp while changing-:
STEP 1: Backup
First, you must back up your data. Go to the < settings > option by tapping the three dots or lines shown in your application on the top right side of your device’s screen. Then click < select chats > and click on the <chats backup> option, and within a few seconds, your data will be processed and safely backed up in your device automatically.
STEP 2: Rename
Open your <File Manager> and find the <Whatsapp folder> in it, and then rename the Whatsapp folder as GB Whatsapp. Then go to <media> and rename all the folders and subfolders to GB Whatsapp, for example, from Whatsapp images to GB Whatsapp images.
STEP 3: Register
After renaming all the folders and files, you need to locate and open the GB Whatsapp APK installed on your device. Complete the registration process by filling in and providing all the necessary details as the application asks.
STEP 4: Restore
After completing the registration process, go to the GB Whatsapp application and find the <restore> option that will help you restore your backed-up data to the GB WhatsApp application. Then you can successfully run the application of GB WhatsApp on your device.
Conclusion
There are many reasons why people prefer GB WhatsApp over Meta WhatsApp Messenger, some of which are its customisable themes, improved privacy and additional layers of security, ability to hide online status and many more such features.
Although it is an unofficial version, it has its disadvantages. If you want to switch back to WhatsApp Messenger, you can find the <launch tools> option in the application and further transfer GB WhatsApp data to the WhatsApp option.
Lastly, be cautious and prioritise your safety and security over any feature or anything.