How do I export WhatsApp chat for a UK Spouse Visa (Appendix FM)?

Export your chat with your spouse as a .zip or .txt file from WhatsApp. Upload it to ChatDocket, select UK Home Office Preset, apply 3 messages per week smart sampling, and print your 15-25 page document complete with Cover Page Analytics, Call Summary, and Photo Grid.

Does USCIS accept WhatsApp chat logs for I-130 and CR1 visa petitions?

Yes, USCIS accepts chronological WhatsApp chat exports as secondary corroborating evidence of a bona fide marriage. ChatDocket formats these into official exhibit packets with date stamps, call logs, and Bates numbering.

What is Canada IRCC's 10-page limit for WhatsApp chat history?

IRCC Guide IMM 5289 advises submitting a maximum of approximately 10 pages of communication history. ChatDocket includes a dedicated Canada IRCC preset that targets exactly 10-15 pages using proportional milestone sampling.

Is my chat private and safe from server data leaks?

100% safe. ChatDocket is an offline-capable, client-side web application. All zip extraction, regex parsing, media blob rendering, and PDF generation happen strictly inside your browser memory. Zero bytes are uploaded to any server.

Can I redact sensitive financial and personal numbers?

Yes! ChatDocket features 1-click bulk PII redaction for phone numbers, email addresses, and bank accounts, as well as an interactive redaction mode where you can click any specific message to apply a black-out redaction bar.

Does ChatDocket support Bates numbering for court exhibits?

Yes, sequential Bates stamping (e.g. EXHIBIT-0001) is fully supported with custom prefixes, certified statements of truth (CPR Part 32), and SHA-256 tamper-evident digital hashes.

Official Device Walkthrough • iOS & Android

How to Export WhatsApp Chat on iPhone and Android

Follow this step-by-step tutorial to extract your entire WhatsApp conversation history, images, and call timestamps into a clean .zip or _chat.txt archive ready for PDF conversion.

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How to Export WhatsApp Chat on iPhone (iOS)

Open Chat & Tap Contact Name

Open WhatsApp on your iPhone and tap into the specific conversation. Tap the contact or group name at the very top of the screen to open Contact Info.

Scroll Down & Tap “Export Chat”

Scroll toward the bottom of the page and tap Export Chat.

Choose “Attach Media”

Select Attach Media if you want photos and voice call logs included in your legal evidence bundle, or Without Media for a lightweight text-only export.

Save to Files or AirDrop

From the iOS Share Sheet, tap Save to Files (to save on iCloud/device) or AirDrop the .zip file directly to your Mac or iPad.

How to Export WhatsApp Chat on Android

Tap the Three Dots Menu

Open the chat in WhatsApp and tap the three vertical dots (&vellip;) in the top-right corner.

Select More > Export Chat

Tap More, then tap Export chat.

Choose Include Media or Without Media

Select Include Media to bundle photos, voice notes, and call stamps, or Without Media for plain text only.

Save to Google Drive or Files

Select Save to Drive, email the file to yourself, or use Quick Share / USB cable to transfer the .zip file to your computer.

Next Step: Convert the Exported ZIP into Official PDF

Raw WhatsApp text exports are unformatted, difficult to read, and lack official legal credentials. Once you have saved your .zip or .txt file:

Open ChatDocket.xyz in any modern web browser.
Drag & drop the exported .zip archive onto the upload box.
Select an official embassy preset (UKVI, USCIS, IRCC, DHA) or Court Evidence preset.
Download a beautifully paginated, Bates-stamped PDF exhibit with cover page and statistics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the message limit when exporting WhatsApp chats?

WhatsApp allows up to 10,000 messages when exporting with media, or up to 40,000 messages without media. These limits are set by WhatsApp to prevent excessive file sizes during export.

Should I choose "Attach Media" or "Without Media"?

For visa petitions and court exhibits, choosing "Attach Media" is recommended because it bundles attached photos, documents, and voice call records into a single .zip file for complete evidentiary credibility.

How do I transfer the exported file to my computer?

On iPhone, use AirDrop, Save to Files, or iCloud Drive. On Android, share the .zip to Google Drive, Nearby Share / Quick Share, or connect via USB cable.

Does ChatDocket store my exported WhatsApp chat on any server?

No. ChatDocket operates 100% locally in your web browser RAM using JavaScript. Your personal chats, photos, and call logs never leave your device.