How to Transfer Data From Android to iPhone (Full 2025 Guide)

Last updated on November 23rd, 2025 at 11:39 pm

Switching from Android to an iPhone is exciting, but the actual nightmare starts when you don’t know how to transfer data from Android to iPhone without resetting or losing your important data. Whether it’s photos, videos, contacts, chats, or documents, no one wants to lose their valuable data.

The good news is that Apple has simplified the entire data transfer process. In this guide, I will step you through all the options, such as the official Move to iOS app, Google sync, and manual transfer, so that you have a clear understanding of how to transfer data Android to iPhone in a safe way without losing any of your precious data.

Now I know that there are many paid options available in the market, but I am focusing on the free option so that its accessible to everyone around the world.

How to Transfer Data From Android to iPhone (Using Move to iOS)

The most reliable way to transfer data from Android to iPhone is Apple’s official Move to iOS app. It’s built specifically for this purpose, and it works for most users. Before starting this process, ensure that both your iPhone and Android device are fully charged, as the data transfer process can take several hours.

Note: In order to use this method, your iPhone needs to be in the setup screen. If you have already set up your iPhone, then you cannot use this method; you will have to reset your iPhone again to reach the startup screen.

1. Install “Move to iOS” on Your Android

Go to the Google Play Store and download Move to iOS app.
This app helps you transfer data Android to iPhone including:

• Photos
• Videos
• Contacts
• Messages
• Calendars
• Google accounts

After installing the app, you need to open it and give all the necessary permissions that it asks for, to transfer data Android to iPhone.

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2. Start Setting Up Your New iPhone

Power on your iPhone and continue through the device setup process until you reach:

Apps & Data

Here you will see multiple options to restore/transfer your data from an iPhone, iCloud backup, from Android. You need to choose:

Move Data from Android

This will begin the Android to iPhone data transfer process.

3. Enter the Code on Your Android Phone

• Your iPhone will show a 6-digit code.
• Open Move to iOS on your Android device → tap Continue → enter the code.

This connects both devices securely so you can transfer data from Android to iPhone without interruptions.

There are two ways to transfer data: you can either connect the devices using the Type-C cable that comes with the iPhone, or you can transfer data wirelessly over Wi-Fi. A wired transfer will be faster, of course, compared to a wireless one.

4. Select What You Want to Transfer

Now on your Android device, you have to select everything you want to move:

• Photos & videos
• Contacts
• SMS messages
• Google account
• WhatsApp data

You can also select custom files from the Add Files options.

After that, tap Continue to begin the data transfer process.

5. Wait Until the Transfer Completes

Note: Keep both the device screens on; don’t let the screens turn off, as it can stop or disturb the data transfer process.

Depending on your data size, the transfer data Android to iPhone process can take:

• 5–10 mins (normal users)
• 20–45 mins (photo-heavy users)

Make sure both phones stay charged and connected. If you have years of data, it might take even longer for you, so make sure both devices are charged before you begin the process.

In my case, it took more than an hour for the transfer to complete. If you want to reduce the transfer time, then instead of selecting everything, only select what’s most important for you.

When the transfer is complete, you will see “Transfer Complete” on your Android device. After that, you can close the Move to iOS app and unplug both devices if you were doing a wired data transfer. Once done, you can continue the device setup on your fresh new iPhone.

How to restore WhatsApp chats?

Once the data transfer is complete and you are finished with the device setup process.

• Open the App Store
• Download WhatsApp
• Open WhatsApp
• Log in with your phone number

Once you are logged in, it will automatically start the “Restoring chat from Android” process.

Again, depending on the amount of your WhatsApp data size, it might take some time, so just hold on and let WhatsApp restore all the chats. Once everything is restored, all your chats, images, videos and documents will be transferred to your iPhone.

One thing to note is that stickers do not get transferred during this process, so if you have to save it somewhere else or use some other way to retrieve it.

How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone Using Google Account

If Move to iOS is not working for you or you are facing any issues, you can use Google sync as well, but keep in mind, it will only transfer all Google synced data, such as contacts, emails only. For WhatsApp data transfer, you will have to use the Move to iOS app method only.

A. Transfer Contacts

1. On Android: Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync Contacts
2. On iPhone: Settings → Mail → Add Account → Google
3. Turn on Contacts

This will transfer all your saved contacts from your Android device to your iPhone.

B. Transfer Photos Using Google Photos

1. Upload everything from Android to Google Photos
2. Install Google Photos on iPhone
3. Sign in with the same account

Since everything will be uploaded to Google’s servers, you don’t need to copy over anything; you’ll be able to access everything on your iPhone just by installing the app.

Do keep in mind that you might need to buy additional storage space if your account storage is full or your data backup exceeds the free storage space.

C. Transfer Calendar Events

Same process:
Google syncs your calendar automatically when you add your Google account to your iPhone.

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Manual Method: Transfer Data from Android to iPhone Using a Computer

If you want more control while you transfer data from Android to iPhone, the manual method can be better for you, since you’ll be able to select exactly what you need. But do keep in mind, for WhatsApp data transfer, you will have to use the Move to iOS app method only.

Steps:

1. Connect Android to PC
2. Copy media folders (DCIM, Pictures, Videos, etc.)
3. Connect iPhone
4. Use Finder/iTunes to import files

Useful if you want a selective transfer rather than transferring everything from your Android device.

Can You Transfer Apps From Android to iPhone?

You cannot directly transfer Android apps to an iPhone because the operating systems are different.
But you can download the iOS apps and log into your accounts, and all your synced data will reappear.

Troubleshooting: Transfer Data from Android to iPhone Not Working?

Here’s what usually fixes it:

✔ Turn off mobile data on Android

Both devices must stay on Wi-Fi if you are transferring data wirelessly.

✔ Restart both phones

If you face any issues while connecting or pairing both devices, just do a simple restart.

✔ Ensure enough storage on iPhone

Make sure your iPhone has enough or more storage for all the data that you want to transfer.

✔ Update both devices

This is not mandatory; if you face any trouble, you can try updating both of your devices to the latest software versions available.

✔ Reset network settings

If the Wi-Fi connection is breaking repeatedly, try resetting the network settings.

Conclusion: Final Thoughts on How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone

So that’s all for today. If you follow all the steps discussed below, you will be able to transfer data from Android to iPhone successfully. I hope this guide helps you. If you face any issues, make sure to write it down, and I will try my best to help you out.

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