Copy apps & data from an iPhone or iPad to a new Android device
You can easily move your data from your iPhone to a new Android device.
Important:
- Connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi before you start. Follow the instructions on your new Android device to either transfer the Wi-Fi connection from the iPhone or connect manually.
- If an organization, like a business or school, manages your iOS device, you may not be able to transfer all data.
- You must turn off iMessage on your iPhone.
- Both devices must be connected to each other for the entire transfer process.
- Some of these steps may vary based on your device.
Before you begin
- Charge both devices.
- Make sure you can unlock the old device with a PIN, pattern, or password.
- Optionally, turn off the auto-lock feature on your iPhone.
- Check storage on both your old and new devices. You won’t be able to transfer all data if there isn’t enough storage on the new device.
- Set aside time. Data transfer usually takes less than 30 minutes, but it can take up to a few hours if you have a lot of data.
Beginning with Android 17, on all Pixel 8 devices and newer, you’ll be able to use an upgraded transfer process that copies more data. Follow the instructions on the screen for the best experience available. If your device is eligible for the upgraded process, you’ll get a QR code immediately after you choose to copy data from an iPhone or iPad.
You can copy different data types based on which method you choose to transfer data. There may also be slight differences based on your device’s manufacturer.
Important: If you skip the initial setup, you can still copy your data later on the Android Switch app or by going to Settings 👁 and then
Accounts and backup. On Pixel 9 devices and newer, you will have the “Upgraded” transfer experience.
| Data Type | Classic: Android Switch App (wireless) | Classic (cable) | Upgraded (wireless or cable) |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | No | No | Yes |
| Google Account | No | No | Yes |
| Passwords and Passkeys | No | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi login details | No | No | Yes |
| Alarms | No | Yes | Yes |
| Apps | No | Yes | Yes |
| Calendar events (device, iCloud) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Call history | No | Yes | Yes |
| Contacts (device, iCloud, & cloud-synced) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Device Settings | No | Yes | Yes |
| Files & Folders | No | Yes | Yes |
| Home screen layout | No | Yes | Yes |
| MP3 and audio files | No | Yes | Yes |
| Notes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Photos and Videos | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Text messages & iMessages + attachments | No | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Memos recordings | No | Yes | Yes |
| Wallpaper (custom photo) | No | Yes | Yes |
| WhatsApp chat history | No | Yes | Yes* |
* You can transfer your WhatsApp history after initial setup.
- Photos and videos on iCloud. Learn how to request a photo transfer from iCloud.
- Paid apps, and in-app purchases. We suggest you contact the app developer for further help.
- Bookmarks from Safari.
- Health data.
Step 1: Turn on your new Android device
Turn on your Android device and tap through the first few screens to start device setup.
Step 2: Copy your apps and data
- When asked to copy data from another device, select iPhone or iPad.
- On some newer devices, you will get a QR code. If you do, scan the code using your iOS device camera to wirelessly pair your devices.
- If you don’t get a QR code, follow the steps below.
- Continue to follow the on-screen instructions to copy your data and set up your device.
- Follow the prompts to select the data you want to copy. For more details on what you can transfer, refer to this table.
- You can continue setting up your phone while data transfer is in progress.
- Make sure your devices stay connected until setup is finished, even if you are prompted to transfer an eSIM.
Tip: If you use WhatsApp, you'll see a notification afterwards to copy your chat history. Tap on the notification and follow the instructions. Learn how to transfer WhatsApp data.
You can still copy your data if you don’t get a QR code. Learn what data types transfer based on the transfer method.
- Choose a Wi-Fi network from the list when asked and enter your password if needed.
- Log in to your Google account.
- Connect to a mobile network.
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If you have a physical SIM card, remove it from your iOS device and insert it into your new Android phone. Learn how to insert your SIM card.
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If you have an eSIM, you can also download it from your carrier.
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If you have any issues with your SIM card or carrier services, get help from your mobile carrier.
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Important:
- Stay with your phone, because you must enter your PIN throughout the process.
- You need your old iOS device’s charging cable.
- If your cable doesn’t fit into both of your devices, you may need to use a USB-A to USB-C adapter with your iOS device’s lightning cable.
- When prompted, connect your iOS device's charging cable to your old device.
- Connect the other end of the charging cable or adapter to your new device.
- If you get a notification asking for permission to connect, tap Trust.
- On your new device, select the data types you want to copy.
- Tap Copy.
- To transfer your WhatsApp data, scan the QR code you get on your new Android device with your iOS device and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Continue setting up your device while data transfer is in progress.
Important:
- To transfer wirelessly with the Android Switch app, your iOS device must be on iOS 15 or later.
- Devices must remain near each other during the process.
- Samsung devices have an alternative method for copying data.
On your new Android device
Continue to follow on-screen instructions for transferring data.
On your old iOS device
- When prompted, scan the QR code on your Android screen with your iOS device camera.
- If you do not find a QR code, your Android version might not support Android Switch.
- Download the Android Switch app from the Apple App Store .
- Open the Android Switch app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to copy data to your new device.
Step 3: Check your texts, photos, and videos
- To continue reliably receiving text messages on your device, learn how to switch from iMessage to Google Messages.
- To get photos and videos stored in Apple iCloud on your new device, learn how to transfer iCloud photos and videos to Google Photos.