Issue Description
Photos, videos, or voice notes on WhatsApp fail to download.
Common Causes
Storage full
Cellular data restrictions
WhatsApp permission issues
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Check Storage Space
Settings → General → iPhone Storage
Ensure enough free space
Step 2: Allow WhatsApp Cellular Data
Settings → Cellular
Enable WhatsApp
Step 3: Check WhatsApp Permissions
Settings → WhatsApp
Enable Photos, Cellular Data, and Background App Refresh
Step 4: Restart iPhone
Refreshes network and app services
Explore Further
Reinstall WhatsApp if downloads still fail
Prevention & Best Practices
Avoid restrictive data saver settings.