Question 1

How do I save a WhatsApp status by link?

Accepted Answer

Open the status on WhatsApp Web, right-click the photo/video and copy the image/video address (it starts with mmg.whatsapp.net), paste it into the 'By Media Link' tab, and click Fetch to download it.

Question 2

Can I save a WhatsApp status by number?

Accepted Answer

Use the 'By Number' tab to generate a wa.me chat link. WhatsApp statuses are 24-hour media delivered to your device, so you open the chat/status and save from there — there's no direct by-number download.

Question 3

How do I save WhatsApp status on Android?

Accepted Answer

Open WhatsApp and view the status, then open File Manager → enable 'Show hidden files' → WhatsApp/Media/.Statuses → copy the files to your gallery.

Question 4

Can I save WhatsApp status on iPhone?

Accepted Answer

View the status in WhatsApp, then take a screenshot (photos) or screen recording (videos). iOS doesn't allow direct file access to the status folder.

Question 5

Is it legal to save someone's WhatsApp status?

Accepted Answer

Saving status for personal viewing is generally acceptable, but sharing or reposting without permission may violate privacy and copyright.