How to backup and restore deleted Zalo messages on Android

Zalo allows users to backup messages, helping to protect your data, chat content, and even pictures sent and received. You can even set Zalo to automatically back up messages for seamless recovery whenever needed.

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Why Backup and Restore Zalo Messages?

The feature to backup and restore messages is extremely useful if you transfer your phone, reinstall your device, or want to retain all your messages. This functionality is supported on both Android and iOS platforms.

If you're using an iPhone, check out this guide:

Steps to Backup and Restore Zalo Messages for Android

Step Description
Step 1: At the main Zalo interface, click the Menu icon at the bottom right corner. Then tap the gear icon in the top right corner to access Settings, and select Backup and restore messages.
Step 2: Here, the date of the last backup is displayed along with the device used and total storage capacity. Click Backup to overwrite the old backup. Confirm by taping Confirm. You will receive a success message with an option to backup photos to Google Drive.
Step 3: To backup photos, click Google Drive Account in the Backup photos section. Select an existing account or add a new one and click OK. Enable automatic backups by toggling Auto Backup to the right, then choose your backup frequency like daily, weekly, or monthly, and select the preferred network connection (WiFi or 3G).
Step 4: To restore messages from the latest backup, click Restore messages and then on Recover messages. Wait for the recovery process to finalize. Afterward, restart Zalo by clicking Continue to finalize updates.

Note: Restoring messages is only possible for those that have been backed up. Messages that were never backed up cannot be retrieved.

Video Tutorial: Backup and Restore Zalo Messages

Pretty simple, right? Now you can easily backup and restore all messages without any problems!

I wish you successful implementation!

(34) Comments

  1. Kevin -

    Can you do this on iPhone too? I need to know for my other phone

  2. Michael -

    Can you also restore messages from old backups? I’ve been looking for that info

  3. Huyền Lizzie -

    Just a friendly reminder that having a backup saved my day! Don't forget to back up often, everyone!

  4. Phúc IT -

    I appreciate how straightforward this is! It really makes a complicated subject feel easy

  5. Sunny -

    Does anyone know the best way to clear old backups? Mine are cluttering my storage!

  6. Duy Sinh 6789 -

    What happens if I don’t backup regularly? Will the old messages disappear

  7. Jasmine -

    This solution works! I was stressed out but felt relieved once I followed your steps

  8. Linh mèo -

    Wow, I was able to recover my deleted messages using these steps! Big thanks to you

  9. Emily -

    Thanks for this guide! I always panic when I delete messages. Knowing how to backup Zalo messages is so reassuring

  10. Lina -

    Always wondered how to reset Zalo messages because I keep losing them. Now I know

  11. Hương KT -

    Kudos to the author! You’ve helped me so much today. Never thought I’d recover those messages

  12. Karen -

    Disaster averted! I thought I lost everything. Your guide is my hero!

  13. Hương Đà Nẵng -

    I’ve been struggling with this for weeks! Just followed your instructions and it worked perfectly!

  14. Michelle -

    Can someone explain how to find the backup files? I seem to have missed that part

  15. Thùy Linh -

    Such an informative post! I've shared this with my friends because we all use Zalo.

  16. Huy -

    It’s so cool to see how tech makes our lives easier these days. Thanks for the guidance!

  17. Sam -

    I lost messages that contained memories! Thank you for showing me how to get them back!

  18. Anne -

    I love how detailed this guide is! So easy to follow

  19. Oliver -

    Came across this article at the perfect time! Saved my life

  20. Aiden -

    I would love to see more posts like this on your blog. Very helpful

  21. Tom -

    I found this article just in time! I barely made it before losing all my messages

  22. John -

    What if I can't find backups? Does Zalo keep them automatically

  23. Ricky -

    If I switch phones, can I transfer my Zalo messages too? That’s a question I have.

  24. David -

    How often should I backup my Zalo messages? Is there an automatic option?

  25. Brian -

    The feeling of real relief when you recover lost messages is priceless! Thanks a ton

  26. Sophie -

    This is super helpful! Do you have any tips on recovering other apps' messages

  27. Hương vn -

    Thanks for sharing this! It’s so useful. All my friends need to see this

  28. Quang vn -

    Great article! I didn't even know you could backup Zalo messages. Going to try it right away

  29. Haley -

    Sharing this with my group chat immediately! Everyone needs this!

  30. Jake -

    This solution is genius! I've been looking for ways to backup and restore my messages. Unbelievable

  31. Gabriella -

    I wish I knew this sooner! I've lost so many messages. Thanks for sharing!

  32. Mèo con -

    I’m not super techy, but this guide made it easy for me. Thanks!

  33. Kate -

    I am curious if there’s a limit to how many backups you can keep? Anyone know

  34. Lucy -

    I lost really important messages last week. Thank you for teaching me how to recover them

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