Most users back up their WhatsApp data regularly. To verify if you have a recent backup that includes your call logs, open WhatsApp, go to Settings, then Chats, and tap Chat Backup. Check the date of the last backup. If it is recent enough to contain your deleted call logs, restoring from this backup can help recover them.
Uninstall WhatsApp from your device. Then, reinstall it from your app store. During setup, you will be prompted to restore from the latest backup. Confirm this option and wait for the process to complete. If the backup includes your call logs, they should reappear along with your chat history.
On Android devices, you can also restore from local backups stored on your phone. Use a file manager app to navigate to Internal Storage/WhatsApp/Databases. Look for files named msgal_backup. If you find one, rename it to msgstore.db.crypt12. Then, uninstall WhatsApp, reinstall it, and during setup, choose the restore option for local backup.
If you don’t have a recent backup, or the backup doesn’t include your call logs, you might consider using third-party data recovery software. Connect your device to a computer and run tools like Dr.Fone, Tenorshare UltData, or DiskDigger. These scan your device’s storage for deleted files, including call logs. Follow the software instructions carefully to retrieve your WhatsApp call history.
Another option is to check if your call logs are synced with WhatsApp Web or linked devices. Log into WhatsApp Web or your other connected devices and see if your call history appears there. If it does, you can manually save or screenshot those logs for your records.
To prevent future data loss, regularly back up your WhatsApp data. Enable local backups daily and cloud backups weekly. Consider exporting important call logs via email or saving screenshots of critical conversations. Staying proactive with backups and data management helps keep your call history safe and recoverable.
