This is a unique serial number assigned by the app for that specific day to differentiate it from other media.
The filename is a standard naming convention for video files received or sent through WhatsApp . This specific string reveals several key details about the file's origin and metadata: VID-20230114-WA0218.mp4
Open your WhatsApp app and use the search bar to look for "20230114" to find the specific chat where this video was shared. This is a unique serial number assigned by
Use an online metadata viewer to see if any location, camera, or original timestamp data is hidden within the file. Use an online metadata viewer to see if
The "WA" indicates the video was processed by WhatsApp .
If the video is a viral clip, you can take a screenshot of a key frame and use Google Lens or specialized tools like InVID to find where it has appeared online.
The video was saved to the device on January 14, 2023 .