SeaTalk currently does not support exporting or backing up chat history. However, you can transfer chat history between your mobile and desktop versions of SeaTalk.

If You're Switching to a New iOS Device

To retain your chat history when moving to a new iOS device, refer to Apple’s guide on backing up your iOS data.

Syncing Between Devices

You can sync chat history:

• From mobile to desktop, or
• From desktop to mobile.

Prerequisites

• Ensure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• Log into the same SeaTalk account on both devices.
• Do not use the apps during the transfer. The process may take a few minutes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

• In the SeaTalk desktop application, click the Settings icon in the bottom left.
• Select Message Sync.

• Select Sync to Desktop to transfer from mobile to desktop. Select Sync to Mobile to transfer from desktop to mobile.
• Your mobile device will prompt you to allow the sync.
• On your mobile device, open the SeaTalk app and tap Start Sync. This will start the transfer.

During the Sync

• You can stop the transfer by tapping Stop transfer or tapping X on your mobile device. You can also stop it from your desktop by clicking Stop.
• The transfer will continue even if you take voice calls on your desktop.
• Messages already transferred will be saved even if the sync is stopped midway.

Completing the Transfer

Once the sync is finished:

• Tap OK on your mobile device.
• Click OK in the desktop app.

Your chat history is now synced between your SeaTalk mobile and desktop apps.