Convert WhatsApp Chat to PDF with Media (ZIP File Guide)
Last updated: July 2025 • By Admin
Want to save a meaningful WhatsApp conversation — with all the photos, videos, and voice notes — as a PDF? Whether you're archiving memories, presenting a chat in court, or creating a printable version for reference, this guide will walk you through converting a WhatsApp ZIP export into a formatted PDF.
✅ This method works for both Android and iPhone WhatsApp exports.
Step 1: Export WhatsApp Chat with Media
On your phone:
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Open WhatsApp
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Go to the chat you want to export
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Tap the three dots (⋮) >
More>Export chat -
Choose Include media
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Select Email or another method to send the file to yourself
This creates a ZIP file containing:
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A
.txtfile with the full conversation -
A
/media/folder with all the images, videos, and audio clips
What’s Inside a WhatsApp ZIP Export?
| File/Folder | Purpose |
|---|---|
chat.txt |
The full conversation in plain text format |
media/ |
Folder containing all shared media files |
voice notes/ |
Optional folder for voice clips |
Step 2: Convert the ZIP to a Styled PDF
Now go to WhatsAppToPDF.com and:
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Upload the ZIP file
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Choose options:
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✅ Include images in the chat bubbles
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🔍 Filter by sender or date
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📅 Split by month (optional)
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Click Convert
Within seconds, you'll get a downloadable PDF that includes:
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Chat bubbles styled by sender
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Inline images and attachments
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Optional emoji support
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Timestamped messages
✅ Why Use WhatsAppToPDF.com?
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🔒 100% secure – files are never stored
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💬 Supports media-rich chats and emoji rendering
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🧠 AI-powered layout for best readability
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🎯 Filters and customization options built-in
🚀 Pro Tips
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Use filters to extract only what you need (e.g., by person or date)
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Select "Include Images Inline" for a more realistic WhatsApp look
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Use monthly splits to handle very long conversations more cleanly