WhatsApp status allows you to post your memories, thoughts, and moments with friends and family. But after 24 hours, such status posts vanish. Sometimes you view a picture or video that you would love to preserve. How do you download it?
In this guide, I’ll show methods to download WhatsApp status, both images and videos, using Vidmate, plus workarounds for iPhone, Android, and Web. Each approach is practical and easy to follow.
Why Vidmate Helps for WhatsApp Status Download
Vidmate is a widely used app that allows downloading of media from various platforms. On Android, it can scan status files in the background and present you with a direct download. That eliminates steps such as navigating concealed folders or screen recording.
Nevertheless, in iOS and Web settings, Vidmate’s functionality is restricted. For them, you’ll have to depend upon other methods I detail below.
Downloading WhatsApp Status on iPhone / iOS
iPhones don’t allow direct file access, so saving media is more difficult. Here are your best choices:
Use a Screenshot
- Launch WhatsApp and tap the Status tab.
- Look at the image status you’re interested in.
- Press volume up + power simultaneously.
- On older iPhones: press home + power instead.
- That saves images to your Camera Roll. It does not work for videos.
Screen Recording
- Launch WhatsApp and tap the Status tab.
- Pull down (or swipe) to bring up Control Center.
- Tap Screen Record to begin recording.
- Then go to the status and play it full screen.
- Stop recording when it’s done.
- The video has been saved. You can share it or save it.
Link to Another Device
- Put WhatsApp on another device (Android or another iPhone). Use Link a device.
- On the secondary device, a QR code appears.
- On your iPhone: WhatsApp → Settings → Linked Devices → Scan QR.
- Both devices now share status information.
- Use the other device (if Android) with Vidmate or simpler download techniques to download media.
Utilize WhatsApp Web
- Open a web browser and navigate to WhatsApp Web.
- On your iPhone: WhatsApp → Settings → Linked Devices → scan QR.
- After logging in to the web client, click on the Status icon.
- Open the contact’s status.
- For photos, drag and drop or right-click → Save Image As.
- For videos, browser addons or download software can assist, though outcomes are inconsistent.
Downloading WhatsApp Status on Android
Android is more flexible. Use Vidmate or utilize built-in file access.
Copy & Paste (File Manager)
- Open File Manager and go to Show Hidden Files.
- Go to Internal Storage → WhatsApp → Media →.Statuses.
- You’ll find pictures and video files.
- Choose what you need.
- Tap three dots → Copy.
- Paste into another folder (Downloads, DCIM, etc.).
- Once Vidmate is installed, it can recognize status media automatically and display a “Download” button overlaid on the WhatsApp status screen.
Screenshot
- Go to WhatsApp → Status.
- Open image status.
- Press power + volume down (or power + volume up, depending on phone).
- This saves only images.
Screen Recording
- Swipe down to open Quick Settings.
- Find Screen Record.
- Start recording.
- Then open the status and play.
- Stop recording once done.
- Recorded video falls into your gallery.
Downloading WhatsApp Status using Web (WhatsApp Web)
WhatsApp Web is convenient for desktop and browsers. It is ideal for image statuses.
Save Images by Drag & Drop
- In your browser, open web.whatsapp.com.
- On your phone: open WhatsApp → Settings → Linked Devices → scan QR.
- Back in the browser, click Status.
- Open the status you want.
- Right-click or drag the image into a folder.
Final Remarks
By following these steps and utilizing Vidmate where it can help, you’ll never miss a status you want to retain. Use the choice that suits your device and circumstances. Hold the moments that matter.