Get PDF Version History with Free Regeneration & Format Updates with ChatToPDF's Advanced Features
Professional WhatsApp PDF conversion with pdf version history with free regeneration & format updates included in all tiers
What Is Version History & Regeneration?
Professional tier stores your WhatsApp export files securely for 90 days (versus 30 days for other tiers). During this period, regenerate PDFs with different settings, updated formatting, new features we release, or corrections - without re-uploading the original file. Version history tracks all generated PDFs from same source. Useful when you need same conversation in multiple formats, want to apply newly-released features to old conversions, or need to correct formatting choices.
Why It Matters
Legal cases evolve - you may initially want text-only for quick review, then later need media-included version for filing.
New compliance requirements may necessitate PDF/A format.
Court formatting requirements may change.
We add new features regularly - version history lets you apply them to existing conversions without starting over.
Saves time re-exporting from WhatsApp and re-uploading large files.
One source export, multiple PDF variations for different purposes.
How to Use This Feature
Export your WhatsApp chat
Open WhatsApp, select the chat you want to convert, tap Menu > More > Export chat. Choose 'Include Media' if you want photos, videos, and audio files in your PDF.
Upload to ChatToPDF
Visit ChatToPDF.com and select your pricing tier. Version History & Regeneration is available in all tiers. Upload your exported WhatsApp file (TXT or ZIP format).
Download your PDF
Your PDF will be generated with version history & regeneration automatically included. Download and review the final document to ensure everything looks correct.
Perfect For These Use Cases
Format variations
Generate both text-only and media-included versions from one export
Compliance updates
Convert regular PDF to PDF/A format for archival compliance
Feature adoption
Apply new features to old conversions without re-exporting
Correction needs
Fix formatting choices or apply different filtering without re-upload
Multi-purpose use
Create redacted version for public filing, unredacted for attorney
Trial preparation
Generate different formats for different trial presentation needs
Technical Details
- Source file storage: encrypted at rest (AES-256), stored in geographically redundant data centers, retention 90 days (Professional tier) vs 30 days (other tiers).
- Version tracking: each generated PDF linked to source file with generation metadata (date, settings used, tier applied, features enabled).
- Regeneration: creates new processing job using stored source, applies selected settings, generates PDF as new conversion.
- No limit on regenerations during retention period.
- Storage purge: after 90 days, source files securely deleted (7-pass overwrite) - only final PDFs remain in your account (indefinitely unless you delete).
- Version history accessible via dashboard with filtering/search.
Limitations & Considerations
⚠️Professional tier only -
Professional tier only - other tiers have 30-day source retention only.
⚠️After retention period expires
regeneration impossible (would need to re-export and re-upload).
⚠️Regeneration counts toward subscription
Regeneration counts toward subscription limits same as new conversion.
⚠️Cannot regenerate if source
Cannot regenerate if source file storage region changed (GDPR EU vs US storage) - requires re-upload.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does regenerating a PDF cost the same as a new conversion?
Regeneration uses your subscription conversion limits same as new uploads, but is faster (no upload time) and more convenient. If you've exhausted monthly limits, regeneration counts toward next month or requires purchasing additional conversions. However, regeneration is much faster than re-exporting from WhatsApp, re-uploading large files, so the convenience often justifies the conversion credit usage.
What happens to my source files after 90 days?
Source files are securely deleted after 90 days (Professional tier). Secure deletion uses 7-pass overwrite meeting DoD 5220.22-M standard - files cannot be recovered even with forensic tools. Generated PDFs remain in your account indefinitely (unless you delete them) - only source files are purged. Enterprise tier extends retention to 1 year. Extension beyond standard retention requires custom enterprise pricing.
Can I regenerate with features that didn't exist when I originally converted?
Yes! This is a major benefit. When we release new features (new formatting options, filtering improvements, compliance capabilities), Professional tier users can regenerate old conversions to apply these features. New feature announcements include information about whether regeneration is supported. Most features are retroactively applicable - source file contains all data needed.
How do I know which version is which if I generate multiple PDFs?
Version history in dashboard shows: generation date, settings used (formatting, media included, tier, features applied), file size, download count. Each PDF is automatically named with version indicator if multiple exist: filename_v1.pdf, filename_v2.pdf. Download any version anytime. Version notes let you add custom labels like 'Public Filing Version' or 'Full Media Version' to track purpose of each variation.
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