Saving Videos from WhatsApp is Now Trouble-Free!

Part 1. Why can’t I save videos from WhatsApp?

Due to a lot of privacy restrictions, temporary media settings and storage problems. You might face difficulties in saving videos from WhatsApp.

• WhatsApp status videos do not have a save option and require alternate methods.
• WhatsApp will not download the media if the storage is full.
• Due to poor internet connection, outdated app versions, or media permissions being denied.

However, you can still work around this issue by saving WhatsApp videos successfully using file managers, third-party apps, or WhatsApp Web.

Part 2. How do I download a video from my WhatsApp?

Saving videos from WhatsApp is essential. It preserves important content and memories, prevents disappearing messages, and allows easy sharing or offline access.Here are some simplest ways to download WhatsApp videos on your phone or PC.

1. Save Videos on Android from WhatsApp Chat

If media auto download is enabled, then WhatsApp allows videos to be downloaded automatically. Everything you receive is saved directly on your phone’s gallery. But if not automatically, then you need to download them manually.

Step 1: Open WhatsApp

On your phone, Open WhatsApp and go to the settings.

Step 2: Check if Auto-Download is enabled

Click on Media Visibility to enable media auto-download. The video will then be saved in your phone’s gallery.

If the video hasn’t been downloaded yet, tap the video on the chat to download it manually. When the completion is done, you will find it in your gallery or the WhatsApp Videos folder.

2. Save Videos from your iPhone on WhatsApp

Step 1: Switch WhatsApp and tap on Settings at the bottom.

Step 2: Turn on the Save To Camera Roll option from the Chats section.

Step 3: All incoming videos will be automatically saved to your iPhone’s Photos app.

3. Save WhatsApp Status Video (Using File Manager)

As WhatsApp status videos disappear after 24 hours, you can’t save them. The video is kept temporarily in your device’s files when you see a status. You can easily save the status before it gets deleted.

Step 1: Watch the WhatsApp Status Video

Open WhatsApp and see the status video that you want to save. This ensures it gets temporarily stored on your device.

Step 2: Access the Hidden Status Folder

Open File Manager and go to Internal Storage > Android > Media > com.whatsapp > WhatsApp > Media >Statuses.

Step 3: Copy and Save the Video

You will then find the status video and copy and paste it into another folder to save it permanently.

Later, move it to your gallery.

4. Save WhatsApp Video Using WhatsApp Web

If you're working on WhatsApp Web, you can instantly download videos in your chats right to your computer. With a few clicks, you can save video from WhatsApp Web.

Step 1: Open WhatsApp Web

After logging into your WhatsApp Web on your PC, open the chat with the video.

Step 2: Save the Video

Click on the video, then tap the download icon (downward arrow) at the top.

Step 3: Access the Saved Video

The video will be saved in your computer’s Downloads folder.

This method makes saving videos from WhatsApp directly to your PC easy.

Part 3: How to Fix WhatsApp Video Won't Download?

There are various reasons why your WhatsApp videos might not download.

• A low-speed of the internet connection
• Lack of storage
• Incorrect app settings.

Before anything, ensure you are connected via stable Wi-Fi or mobile data and have enough storage. Make sure Auto download is enabled and check WhatsApp’s implementations for having its permissions to access storage. Clearing the app cache or updating WhatsApp may fix the problem if it persists.

Let's walk through some advanced third-party tools for more serious issues. With WhatsApp media problems like download failures, a fixer will help you safely sort out your videos and data.

Bonus Tip: Transfer WhatsApp Videos Between Phones with Dr Fone – WhatsApp Transfer

What if you receive a sweet family or work-related video on WhatsApp and suddenly face various storage issues or get your phone upgraded? WhatsApp doesn’t provide a direct solution for transferring these videos between devices, mostly from Android to iPhone and vice versa. Losing data is a risk if you don't have the right tools.

Dr.Fone – WhatsApp Transfer comes in to help in such cases. It simplifies the transfer of WhatsApp videos, messages, and other media between devices, and with a few clicks, it makes it easier, safer, and easier to move WhatsApp without worrying about losing important files.

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• WhatsApp (Business) messages can be transferred between iOS and Android devices.
• Backup and restore for WhatsApp, LINE, Kik, Viber, and WeChat on iOS/Android devices
• WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business can be backed up and easily restored.
• Whatsapp chats, photographs, videos, audio, and other media are all supported.

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Transfer WhatsApp from iOS To Android and Android to iOS

Transferring WhatsApp from iOS to Android or vice versa and even to identical devices is easy now. Here’s how to ensure all your messages, videos, and media transfer between devices without losing data.

Step 1. Open Dr.Fone and Connect Devices

First, upload Wondershare Dr.Fone to your computer and connect your iOS and Android devices with the USB cables. When they are detected, go to the Toolbox and choose WhatsApp Transfer to start.

Step 2: Select Transfer WhatsApp Messages

On the new window, click Transfer WhatsApp Messages. The tool allows you to combine old and new WhatsApp messages when moving them.

Step 3. Set Source and Destination Devices

Set iPhone as the source and Android as the destination device. You can reverse the selection with the flip button. Choose data type Videos. This transfer also allows you to choose other WhatsApp data types, including messages, photos, call logs, and much more. Click transfer to initiate the process.

If you wish to transfer from Android to iOS, set Android as the source and the iPhone device as the destination (as shown in the image below) and proceed.

Step 4: Backup or Continue

A prompt will ask if you want to back up the existing WhatsApp data on the destination device. If so, choose Backup. If you want to continue with the transfer, click “Continue.”

When you transfer via Android to iOS, a prompt asks if you want to keep the existing WhatsApp data on this (iOS) device. After checking this option, click Next to start the transfer.

Step 5: Transfer WhatsApp data

On the screen, it will show the transfer progress. Pressing Cancel as required will stop. After completion, a confirmation will appear.

Conclusion:

The proper methods allow for saving videos from WhatsApp without any trouble. You can save any video from a chat, a disappearing status video, or while transferring WhatsApp media between phones. You can save the videos directly to your device with File Manager, auto-download, or via WhatsApp Web.

If you have to transfer WhatsApp videos from Android to iPhone, Dr. Fone – WhatsApp Transfer offers a convenient solution. Using these simple steps, you will never get lost in important WhatsApp videos again, as they are always safe and easily accessible when needed.

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