How to Restore a Backup in Signal on Android
Open Signal., Tap ⁝., Tap Import / export. , Tap Import plaintext backup. , Select your backup., Tap Import to restore from your backup.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open Signal.
It’s the blue chat bubble icon containing a white keyhole.
You’ll find it either on your home screen or in the app drawer. -
Step 2: Tap ⁝.
It’s at the top-right corner of Signal. ,,, Your Signal backup is called SignalPlainTextBackup.xml, and is usually in the top-most folder under “Internal Storage.” If you’re having trouble finding your backup, you may find it helpful to use your computer.
Connect your Android to your computer using a USB cable, then look through the folders. , When the restore is complete, your backed-up Signal messages will once again be accessible. -
Step 3: Tap Import / export.
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Step 4: Tap Import plaintext backup.
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Step 5: Select your backup.
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Step 6: Tap Import to restore from your backup.
Detailed Guide
It’s the blue chat bubble icon containing a white keyhole.
You’ll find it either on your home screen or in the app drawer.
It’s at the top-right corner of Signal. ,,, Your Signal backup is called SignalPlainTextBackup.xml, and is usually in the top-most folder under “Internal Storage.” If you’re having trouble finding your backup, you may find it helpful to use your computer.
Connect your Android to your computer using a USB cable, then look through the folders. , When the restore is complete, your backed-up Signal messages will once again be accessible.
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