Switching from Android to iPhone can feel exciting—but moving all your contacts, photos, messages, and apps might seem tricky at first. Fortunately, Apple has made this process simple with tools that help you transfer your data quickly and safely. Here’s a complete step-by-step guide to move everything from your Android phone to your new iPhone.
1. Prepare Both Devices
Before starting, make sure both your Android and iPhone are fully charged and connected to Wi-Fi. Also, ensure you have enough storage space on your iPhone to accommodate all your Android data.
Checklist:
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Update both devices to the latest software versions.
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Keep your iPhone on the setup screen (do not finish setup yet).
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If you’ve already set up your iPhone, you’ll need to erase it first to restart the transfer process. Go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Erase All Content and Settings.
2. Download “Move to iOS” on Your Android Phone
Apple’s official Move to iOS app is the safest way to transfer data.
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Open Google Play Store on your Android.
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Search for Move to iOS and install it.
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Once installed, open the app and tap Continue.
3. Connect the Devices
On your new iPhone:
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During setup, when you reach the “Apps & Data” screen, select Move Data from Android.
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Tap Continue, and a six- or ten-digit code will appear on your iPhone screen.
On your Android:
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Open the Move to iOS app, tap Continue, read and accept the terms.
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Enter the code shown on your iPhone.
Both devices will now connect through a private Wi-Fi network.
4. Choose What to Transfer
Once connected, your Android phone will display a list of data types you can transfer:
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Contacts
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Messages
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Photos and videos
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Web bookmarks
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Mail accounts
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Calendars
Select what you want to move, then tap Continue. Depending on the amount of data, the process may take several minutes.
5. Wait for the Transfer to Complete
Keep both devices near each other and don’t use them during the transfer. You’ll see a loading bar on your iPhone as the data moves. When finished, your iPhone will confirm the transfer. Tap Done on Android and Continue Setting Up iPhone on your new device.
6. Finish iPhone Setup
Once the data transfer is complete:
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Sign in with your Apple ID.
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Download any iOS versions of your favorite Android apps from the App Store.
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Check your Photos, Contacts, and Messages to ensure everything transferred successfully.
7. Transfer Additional Files Manually (Optional)
Some data may not move automatically—like music, PDFs, or app data from non-transferable apps. You can move them manually:
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Music: Use streaming apps like Spotify or transfer music from a computer via iTunes.
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Documents: Upload files to Google Drive or Dropbox and download them on your iPhone.
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WhatsApp: Use the in-app Move Chats to iOS option to transfer conversations safely.
8. Check and Sync Accounts
Finally, log in to all your email, social, and cloud accounts. This ensures your Google Drive, Gmail, or OneDrive files are synced and accessible on your iPhone.
Final Thoughts
Transferring data from Android to iPhone has become easier than ever thanks to Apple’s Move to iOS app. With a few simple steps, you can bring all your memories, contacts, and essentials to your new device without losing a thing.
Taking the time to set it up properly ensures a smooth transition, so your iPhone feels like home from day one.