# WhatsBackUp — A backup for your WhatsApps

> A backup for your WhatsApps (iPhone/iPad app by Van Wyk De Waal.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatsbackup/id6759268321 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Van Wyk De Waal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868251092)
- Category: Utilities, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-02
- Data updated: 2026-07-28
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whatsbackup/id6759268321/reviews.md

## What is WhatsBackUp?

BackupChat lets you view WhatsApp chat exports offline. Import ZIP files or share directly from WhatsApp to build a read‑only archive of your conversations and media—no network required.

Features:

Import WhatsApp ZIP exports or share directly from WhatsApp
WhatsApp‑style chat view with images, videos, and PDFs
Archive and delete chats with simple swipe actions
Hide or lock chats using passcodes
Bookmark favourite messages
Built for offline access—your data stays on your device
BackupChat is ideal for keeping a private, offline archive of important chats.

“BackupChat is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by WhatsApp or Meta.”

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BackupChat Lifetime | $2.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-04-02

No release notes.

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