I believe that many users have encountered that when using WhatsApp to backup data on Android, the speed is very slow and may always stay at 0%. For the situation of WhatsApp backup stuck on Android , many methods have been given on the Internet. Below we will analyze these operation methods, including specific operation steps.
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Part 1：5 Ways to Restore WhatsApp Backup Stuck on Android
1.1 Check Google Account and Google Cloud Storage
First, check that you are logged in with your Google account on WhatsApp:
– Launch WhatsApp and tap the top right menu.
– Then tap Settings > Chats > Chat Backup > Google Accounts > Add Account option.
– Enter your Google account and click Backup.
If you have logged into your account but WhatsApp cannot complete the backup, check your Google account’s cloud storage. Just go to Google Drive on your computer and check for available storage.
1.2 Clear WhatsApp Cache
If the application is used for a long time and has not been cleaned for a long time, it will accumulate a large cache, which will cause the backup to get stuck. Then we can clear the cache by:
First, open your device’s Settings > Applications/Application Manager,
Then select WhatsApp. Go to its storage and tap “Clear Cache” to reset its cached data.
1.3 Restart your Android Phone
Restarting the phone may also fix the WhatsApp chat backup stuck issue.
1.4 Update to the Latest Android System
Older Android operating systems may not work properly on mobile devices, so you will need to update to the latest operating system.
Open Settings and select Software Update.
Then your phone will automatically download the latest operating system and install it.
1.5 Factory Reset
A factory reset on Android can get rid of most redundant data from your device, but it can also lose some files. Therefore, you need to back up important files in advance, and then restore your Android phone to factory settings:
– Turn off the phone, press and hold the volume up and power buttons. Release the keys when you see the Android robot appear.
– Select the “Wipe Data/Factory Reset” > “Yes – delete all user data” option.
– Then select the “Reboot system now” option.
Part 2：Use an Alternative If WhatsApp Won’t Back Up – UnicTool ChatMover
UnicTool ChatMover WhatsApp Transfer is a desktop application to backup and restore WhatsApp messages and transfer WhatsApp data between iPhone and Android. It can backup/restore all WhatsApp data including texts, voice chats, photos, videos, documents and more in one-click.
How to use ChatMover to backup WhatsApp？
- Download the UnicTool ChatMover application from UnicTool.com.
- Select “Backup” and connect your Android phone to the computer. You can then choose whether to backup WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business.
- Choose Backup WhatsApp, then wait for Backup finished. The backup time depends on the size of your WhatsApp data.
Final Words
Above introduction, you have learned how to easily fix WhatsApp backups stuck on Android devices. Moreover, with UnicTool ChatMover WhatsApp Backup tool, you can quickly backup WhatsApp data and transfer it to computer or other mobile devices quickly.
