The simplest way to download someone else’s WhatsApp status video without using any additional apps is to take a screen recording of it. Here’s how:
Enable Screen Recording on Your Phone
Both Android and iOS devices have built-in screen recording capabilities that can be used to record a WhatsApp status video.
On Android
Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Screenshot shortcut and enable “Show screen capture shortcut”. This will add a screen recording button to your quick settings panel.
To start recording, swipe down from the top of your screen to expand the quick settings panel. Tap on the screen record icon, then tap “Start” to begin recording. The video will include any audio playing from your phone.
Once finished, tap on the screen record notification again and tap “Stop”. The video will be saved to your Photos app.
On iPhone
Open the Settings app and go to Control Center > Customize Controls. Tap the green + icon next to Screen Recording to add it to your Control Center.
To start recording, swipe down from the top right corner of your screen to open Control Center. Tap on the Screen Record icon, then tap “Start Recording”.
When finished, open Control Center again and tap “Stop Recording”. The video will be saved to your Photos app.
View and Record the WhatsApp Status Video
Once your screen recording is setup, here’s how to view and record a WhatsApp status video:
- Open WhatsApp and tap on the Status tab at the top.
- Find the contact whose status video you want to record. Tap on their profile picture.
- Start your screen recording using the method for your device outlined above.
- Let the status video play through completely while your screen recording is capturing it.
- Stop the screen recording.
You can trim the start and end of the video in your device’s Photos app if needed. The video will be saved to your camera roll.
Save the WhatsApp Status Video on Your Computer
If you need to transfer the recorded WhatsApp status video to your computer, you can use a USB cable or cloud storage service:
USB Cable
- Connect your phone to your computer with a USB cable.
- Open the DCIM or Camera folder on your phone.
- Locate the screen recorded video and copy it to your computer.
Cloud Storage
Many cloud storage services have apps for both mobile and desktop. Some options include:
- Google Drive – Save the video to Drive on your phone, then open drive.google.com on your computer to access it.
- Dropbox – Upload the video from your phone, then sign in to dropbox.com on your computer.
- Microsoft OneDrive – Upload from your phone and access at onedrive.live.com on your computer.
Upload and download the video using the apps for each service.
Other Options to Download WhatsApp Status Videos
While using your device’s built-in screen recording is the easiest way to save WhatsApp status videos, there are some other options:
WhatsApp Status Saver Apps
There are various third-party apps on the Play Store and App Store designed specifically for downloading WhatsApp statuses. Some examples include Status Saver, Status Downloader, Status Saver – WA Status & Story. These provide easy downloading and saving capabilities.
Third-Party Screen Recorders
Apps like AZ Screen Recorder (Android) and Shou (iOS) can be used to record your screen. They may offer more recording options and controls than your device’s built-in tool.
WhatsApp Status Download Websites
Some websites allow you to enter a WhatsApp link or number to download statuses. However, these sites typically require uploading your data to their servers, so caution is advised.
Is it Legal to Download Someone’s WhatsApp Status?
While it is technically possible to download and save someone else’s WhatsApp status without their consent, there are some legal considerations:
- In most countries, you need permission to record someone’s personal content. WhatsApp statuses are considered private content.
- Recording and sharing someone’s status without their consent may infringe on privacy laws in some jurisdictions.
- If the status contains copyrighted content like music or video clips, downloading and re-sharing it could constitute copyright infringement.
Therefore, it’s recommended you only download a WhatsApp status if you have the permission of the original poster. For your own statuses, enabling the “View Once” setting can prevent others from capturing your status without your knowledge.
Conclusion
Taking a screen recording is the easiest method to download a WhatsApp status video you want to save. However, it’s important to respect other users’ privacy and get their consent first before capturing their personal content. Be mindful of only using downloaded statuses for your own personal use.