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Jan 09, 2026

Export WhatsApp Chat

web.whatsapp.com
Local
Export WhatsApp Chat

If you make decisions in WhatsApp, the important parts can get buried quickly. This Drop in adds a small Export button to the chat header in WhatsApp Web so you can download the current conversation as a JSON file.

The export is structured for downstream use: sender labels, message text, and timestamps in a consistent schema that is easy to archive, search, or transform into something else later.

It adds an Export action directly in the chat UI and downloads a JSON file with message content and timestamps, so you can move a thread into docs, notes, or internal tooling.

Good to Know

  • The export reflects the messages that are loaded in your browser at the time of export
  • Media, reactions, and system messages may vary depending on what WhatsApp renders
  • Doesn’t require API credits

Best Use Cases

  • Saving important decisions without screenshots
  • Sharing a full thread with a teammate
  • Moving chats into notes or documentation
  • Keeping a lightweight backup before cleanup
  • Capturing context before a handoff