How to Convert WhatsApp Chats to PDF on iPhone/Android (With Images)
Last updated: June 2025 β’ By Admin

Introduction
WhatsApp is a core part of our daily communication. Whether it’s memorable conversations with loved ones or critical business discussions, having a permanent record in a readable format like PDF can be extremely useful. This guide walks you through how to convert WhatsApp chats to PDF on both iPhone and Android, with support for images, emojis, and group chats—using a simple online tool: WhatsAppToPDF.
Why Convert WhatsApp Chats to PDF?
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π Backup Conversations: Save personal or professional chats for reference.
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π Legal or Business Documentation: Present messages in an official format.
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πΌοΈ Preserve Memories: Capture photos, emojis, and shared moments.
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π€ Easier Sharing: A single PDF file is much easier to share and store than thousands of messages.
How to Export WhatsApp Chat on Android
Step 1: Open WhatsApp and Choose the Chat
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Go to WhatsApp on your Android phone.
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Open the chat you want to export.
Step 2: Export the Chat
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Tap the 3-dot menu at the top right.
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Tap More > Export Chat.
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Choose whether to export With Media or Without Media.
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Select how to share (e.g., email, Drive, etc.)
This creates a .txt
file and includes media files (like photos and voice notes) in a ZIP.
Step 3: Upload to WhatsAppToPDF
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Go to our online WhatsApp to PDF tool.
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Drag and drop the exported ZIP file.
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Choose formatting options like:
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β Include call logs
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β Show images inline
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β Filter messages by date or sender
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Click Convert – your PDF will be ready in seconds!
How to Export WhatsApp Chat on iPhone
Step 1: Open WhatsApp and Choose the Chat
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Open WhatsApp on your iPhone.
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Navigate to the chat you want to export.
Step 2: Export the Chat
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Tap on the contact or group name at the top.
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Scroll down and tap Export Chat.
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Choose Attach Media or Without Media.
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Select a method to share/export (e.g., Mail, Files).
You’ll receive a ZIP containing the chat .txt
and optional media files.
Step 3: Upload to WhatsAppToPDF
Same steps as Android:
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Upload your ZIP to the tool.
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Customize your PDF export.
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Download the final PDF file.
Key Features of Our WhatsApp to PDF Tool
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β No software download needed
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β Works on both iPhone and Android
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π§‘ Call logs and image rendering included
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π Date and sender filters
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π 100% privacy-focused – files are deleted after processing
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π ZIP file support with
.txt
and media included
Pro Tips
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Want to export a full group chat with images? Make sure to choose "Include Media" during export.
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For long chats, use the filter options to focus on specific date ranges or users.
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You can convert multiple chats separately to keep things organized.
iPhone vs Android Chat Export Differences
Feature | Android | iPhone |
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Export Method | 3-dot menu → Export Chat | Chat Info → Export Chat |
File Format | ZIP (.txt + media) | ZIP (.txt + media) |
Storage Options | Google Drive, Email, File Manager | Files, AirDrop, Mail |
Export Size Limitations | ~40,000 messages | ~10,000 messages per export |
Don’t worry, our tool handles both formats seamlessly.
Is It Safe?
Absolutely. Our service is built with privacy in mind:
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Files are not stored permanently
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HTTPS encryption
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Automatic deletion after processing
Use Cases
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Legal Evidence: Submit conversations in court-friendly format
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Client Communication: Save WhatsApp chats with customers
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Family Archives: Turn emotional conversations into keepsakes
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Project Records: Maintain business decisions in document format