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WhatsApp TXT and ZIP

Open the WhatsApp TXT you already have.

WhatsApp’s Export Chat command creates a transcript. TextTrace parses supported TXT or ZIP files directly, then gives you search, attachment context, and practical export formats.

Updated 2026-09-054 minTextTrace

What the source file gives TextTrace

Transcript textRead directly from the supported TXT instead of reconstructed with OCR.
Visible metadataParticipants and timestamps are kept when they are present in the exported transcript.
Referenced mediaFiles included in the ZIP can be matched when the transcript references them.
Retained sourceThe selected file remains associated with the record for later checking.

What it does not contain

WhatsApp controls the export’s contents and limits. A missing attachment, deleted message, hidden account fact, or message outside the exported range cannot be reconstructed from the TXT. Review the result against the source you selected.

Choose the next format

Create a searchable PDF for reading, CSV for filtering, TXT for plain text, or use AirPrint when the next step is paper.

Questions, answered precisely

Frequently asked questions

Does TextTrace OCR a WhatsApp TXT?

No. Supported WhatsApp transcript text is parsed directly from the TXT or ZIP.

Can a TXT export restore deleted messages?

No. TextTrace can only process messages present in the source you select.

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