Buying a new iPhone often raises the question of how to move your existing data. Transferring data from Android to iPhone doesn’t have to be a hassle. This guide offers an easy-to-follow method to transfer everything, from photos and contacts to WhatsApp chats, in just minutes.
### Utilizing Apple’s Move to iOS App
Apple’s Move to iOS app is designed to simplify the process. Available for free on the Google Play Store, this app facilitates the transfer of Contacts, Calendars, Photos, Videos, Gmail accounts, Messages, Web bookmarks, and WhatsApp chats.
### Detailed Steps for Data Transfer
* Set up your iPhone as new. When setting up your new iPhone, find the Apps & Data screen and select the ‘Move Data from Android’ option.
* Download and install the Move to iOS app on your Android device from the Google Play Store.
* Ensure both your Android phone and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and have sufficient battery power or are plugged in.
* Your iPhone will display a unique 6-10 digit code. Enter this code on your Android phone. You’ll then be prompted to choose what data to transfer, such as contacts, photos, and videos.
* Allow the transfer process to complete. Once done, your iPhone will manage the final setup stages.
### Transferring WhatsApp Data
You can also move your WhatsApp chat backups from Android to iPhone. Go to WhatsApp settings on your Android phone, tap ‘Chats’, and select ‘Move Chats to iOS’. Select your WhatsApp data during the Move to iOS app transfer process. After installing WhatsApp on your iPhone and verifying your number, the app will recognize your backup.