How to transfer contacts from Android to iPhone

Android users can transfer their contacts over to an iPhone using a few different methods. They can do so using the Move to iOS app developed by Apple specifically to help you transfer your data. This app can be used when you are setting up your iPhone. Users can also make use of a common Google account, manually transfer contacts through a VCF file, or use the SIM card to transfer them to their iPhone.

Transitioning from an Android device to an iPhone can feel like stepping into a new technological realm, marked by sleek design, seamless integration, and a refined user experience. The switch often entails adjusting to iOS's intuitive interface, which boasts fluid navigation and a curated selection of apps designed to optimize performance.

Transfer contacts via SIM

If your new iPhone uses a physical SIM card to process mobile data, you can import any saved contacts directly from the phone's settings.

1. Make sure all of the contacts on your Android device are backed up and exported to the SIM card. To do this, open up the Contacts app > tap on the menu (three stripes) icon > Manage contacts > Import or export contacts > and then Export.

2. Once that's completed, move your SIM card into the new iPhone -- or follow this guide if it takes eSIM.

3. From your iPhone settings, scroll down to Contacts > Import SIM Contacts. The transfer process should take a few minutes.

How to turn on Google Sync for contacts on Android:

To enable Google Sync for contacts on an Android device, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings: Navigate to the Settings app on your Android device. You can usually find it in your app drawer or by swiping down from the top of your screen and tapping the gear icon.

2. Accounts: Scroll down and look for the "Accounts" or "Accounts and Backup" option. Tap on it.

3. Google Account: If you haven't already added your Google account, tap on "Add account" and select "Google". Follow the prompts to sign in with your Google account credentials.

4. Sync Settings: Once your Google account is added, tap on it to access the sync settings. You may need to select "Google" from the list of account types if you have multiple accounts added.

5. Sync Contacts: Within your Google account settings, you should see a list of sync options such as Contacts, Calendar, Gmail, etc. Make sure the toggle switch next to "Contacts" is turned on. This enables syncing your contacts with your Google account.

6. Sync Now (Optional): You can manually sync your contacts by tapping on the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of the screen and selecting "Sync now". This ensures that any changes or additions to your contacts are immediately updated to your Google account.

Once Google Sync for contacts is enabled, your Android device will continuously sync your contacts with your Google account, ensuring that they are backed up and accessible across all your devices connected to the same Google account.

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How to transfer Android contacts to iOS using Google Sync:

Transferring Android contacts to iOS using Google Sync is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Sync Contacts to Google Account on Android:

- Ensure that your contacts are synced with your Google account on your Android device. You can do this by going to Settings > Accounts > Google.

- Make sure the toggle switch next to "Contacts" is turned on. This will ensure that your contacts are being synced with your Google account.

2. Access Google Account on iOS:

- On your iOS device, go to Settings.

- Scroll down and tap on "Passwords & Accounts" (or "Mail" > "Accounts" on older iOS versions).

- Tap on "Add Account" and select "Google".

- Sign in with the same Google account credentials you used to sync contacts on your Android device.

3. Sync Contacts on iOS:

- After signing in, you'll be prompted to choose what Google services you want to sync. Make sure "Contacts" is toggled on.

- Tap "Save" or "Done" to confirm your settings.

- Your iOS device will now sync with your Google account, pulling in all the contacts associated with that account.

4. Wait for Sync:

- Depending on the number of contacts you have, it may take some time for the syncing process to complete. Be patient and ensure that your iOS device is connected to the internet.

5. Check Contacts on iOS:

- Once the syncing process is finished, open the Contacts app on your iOS device.

- Your Android contacts should now be available and synced with your iOS device.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly transfer your Android contacts to your iOS device using Google Sync. This method ensures that your contacts are backed up to your Google account and accessible across different platforms.

How to transfer contacts from Android to iPhone