Making the switch from an Android phone to an iPhone is thrilling You see a new look, new tricks, and all that Apple has to give. But, a big worry for many is how to get all contacts numbers from Android to iPhone.
Good news, Apple and Google have made this way much easier now. In this guide, we will look at all the top ways to move your numbers from Android to iPhone, may it be with apps, cloud sync, or by hand. Let’s start.
Method 1: Use the “Move to iOS” App (Recommended for New iPhones)
Apple’s own Move to iOS app is the top pick for new iPhone set up. It works best if your iPhone is new.
Step-by-Step:
1. Get Move to iOS
On your Android, go to the Google Play Store & get Move to iOS.
2. Turn On iPhone Setup
Your new iPhone. At the “Apps & Data” screen, pick Move Data from Android.
3. Link Devices
Open Move to iOS on Android & tap Continue. Say yes to the terms & wait for a code. Put the code in your Android.
4. Pick What to Move
Your Android will ask what to move. Be sure Contacts is checked. You can move texts, photos, & more if you like.
5. End Setup
Once done, keep going with your iPhone setup. All picked items will now be on your new iPhone. That includes your contacts.
Method 2: Sync Contacts Using Google Account (For Already Set-Up iPhones)
If you set up your iPhone & need to shift contacts but not reset, use Google.
Step-by-Step:
1. See if Contacts Got Saved on Android
- On Android: go to Settings > Accounts > Google > [Your Account] > Sync.
- Turn Contacts to on.
2. Put Google Account in iPhone
- On iPhone, tap Settings > Mail > Accounts > Add Account > Google.
- Log in with your Google from Android.
3. Turn on Contact Sync
- Once logged in, turn Contacts on in sync choices.
4. Look at Your Contacts App
Open Contacts on iPhone, tap it, & wait a bit. Your Google contacts will then show.
🔄 This works now—any change you make to Google Contacts on Android will pop up on your iPhone too. Sync needs to stay on.
Method 3: Transfer via VCF File (Manual but Effective)
If you like to do things on your own or need to keep your friends’ info in a file you can move, use a VCF (vCard) file.
Step by Step:
1. Get Contacts from Android
- Go to the Contacts app.
- Tap Menu (three dots) > Care for contacts > Get out.
- Stack the file as a .vcf on your phone.
2. Put the VCF File on iPhone
- Send the VCF file to your own email or put it on Google Drive or Dropbox.
3. Open & Add on iPhone
- Open the email or file on your iPhone.
- Hit the VCF file & pick Add All Contacts when it asks.
Method 4: Use Third-Party Apps
There are a lot of apps out there that can help move your names and more from Android to iPhone. Some well-known ones are:
- Copy My Data
- SHAREit
- Xender
These apps do the job, but be sure to get them from safe places and look at privacy settings, more so if your contact info is private.
Bonus Tip: Using SIM Card (Not Recommended for Large Lists)
You can move your contacts to a SIM card from an Android phone and then put that SIM into your iPhone. But, SIM cards can hold only simple contact info (no pictures or many numbers), and this way has limits.
Things to Keep in Mind For Get Contacts From Android to Iphone
- Duplicates: After the move, look at your Contacts app for any same names and fix them if you must.
- WhatsApp Contacts: WhatsApp uses the contacts in your phone, so after you bring them in, your chats and groups should show up as usual.
- iCloud Sync: Once you move them, you can match your iPhone contacts with iCloud to keep them safe. Head to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Contacts and switch it on.
Final Thoughts
Moving from Android to iPhone does not mean you will lose your key contacts. If you’re getting a new iPhone or have begun using it, there is a way that suits you.
For many users, the Move to iOS app gives a smooth ride. If you’ve started on your iPhone, using your Google account to sync is super easy. For some who like doing things by hand, making a VCF file is also a good move.
No matter which path you pick, you’ll soon be in touch with all your loved ones again.
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