How to Export WhatsApp Chat Without Media (Android & iPhone Step-by-Step)

Exporting a WhatsApp conversation without media is by far the fastest and most reliable way to back up your text history. Whether you are archiving meaningful memories, preparing a chat for an AI memory companion on OnlineKotha, or saving proof of an important conversation, exporting without media gives you the full text record in a lightweight .txt file.

Export WhatsApp Chat Without Media on Android & Samsung

On Android devices, follow these 5 quick steps:

1. Open WhatsApp and tap the individual or group chat you want to export.
2. Tap the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the chat header.
3. Select More, then tap Export chat.
4. A popup will ask: "Include media?" — Tap Without Media.
5. Choose your destination: Save to Google Drive, share to your own email, or save directly to your Downloads folder.

Export WhatsApp Chat Without Media on iPhone (iOS)

On iOS, WhatsApp makes it equally simple:

1. Open the chat on WhatsApp and tap the contact's name at the very top to open Chat Info.
2. Scroll all the way down and tap Export Chat.
3. Select Without Media when prompted.
4. From the iOS Share Sheet, tap Save to Files or send it to your email / AirDrop to your computer.

What Does the Exported File Contain?

The exported file is named WhatsApp Chat with [Name].txt. Inside, each message is timestamped with the sender's name and message content:

How to Read and Relive Exported Chats

Reading a plain text file is frustrating — there are no chat bubbles, no emojis formatting, and no search filters. That's why thousands of users upload their exported .txt or .zip to OnlineKotha.

• Native WhatsApp UI: Renders your exported chat in authentic green and white WhatsApp chat bubbles.
• Smart Filters: Filter by date, links, media mentions, or search keywords instantly.
• AI Companion: Relive memories with a private AI that understands your inside jokes and communication tone.