If you keep finding random wsappbak files on your phone and want to stop it, follow these best practices:
wsappbak stands for Windows Store App Backup. wsappbak
It is a legitimate folder created by Windows (usually found in C:\Program Files\WindowsApps) that stores backup data for pre-installed applications, specifically the Microsoft Store and its associated apps. If you keep finding random wsappbak files on
A handful of utilities have begun adding explicit support for this orphaned extension: wsappbak
| Tool | Support Level | Action |
|------|---------------|--------|
| WhatsApp Recovery (Android) | Partial | Can auto-rename .wsappbak to .crypt12 during scan |
| EaseUS MobiSaver | Full | Recognizes as WhatsApp backup, extracts readable text without renaming |
| Dr.Fone – Data Recovery | Full | Treats .wsappbak like .crypt12 |
| Tenorshare UltData | Limited | Requires manual rename |
If you do not want to risk manual renaming, using one of the above tools may offer a safer restore path.