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Bring over your data and content like photos, videos, contacts,
calendar events, notes and even device settings, to your new Samsung Galaxy device with the Smart Switch app.

How to transfer

Ready to transfer data from iPhone to Galaxy? Prepare your previous device, then select the preferred way to connect to your new Samsung Galaxy. You can move photos and contacts, even without a cable.

What is your previous device?

GALAXY

How would you like to connect?
Use Wi-Fi or a USB cable
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on both devices. The app is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store.

Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure safe data transfer.

Two smartphones are shown. Both are displaying the Smart Switch app icon. Data transfers from the phone on the left to the phone on the right.
Step 1 : Launch

On your new Galaxy device, open the Smart Switch app. Tap 'Receive data', and then tap 'Galaxy'.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 2 : Connect

Select a wireless connection or use a USB cable to connect your old device to your new Galaxy device.

  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, a wired connection is recommended because it is relatively faster. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such transfer.
  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, a wired connection is recommended because it is relatively faster. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such transfer.
Step 3 : Select

Select the data you want to transfer. When you are ready to start, tap 'Transfer'.

Step 4 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Backup and restore from external storage
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your devices. The app is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store.

And then insert the microSD card or connect the USB storage device to your Galaxy phone or tablet.

On the left is an external storage icon. On the right is a smartphone displaying the Smart Switch app icon. Data transfer between the two devices.
Step 1 : Launch

On your phone, launch the Smart Switch app and tap the SD card icon in the upper-right corner.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 2 : Select

Tap SD Card under Back up to, and select the data you want to back up from your old device.

  • If there is not enough space on your external storage, you may need to deselect some items. Or, you may clear the external storage to get enough space for the data to transfer
  • If there is not enough space on your external storage, you may need to deselect some items. Or, you may clear the external storage to get enough space for the data to transfer
Step 3 : Back up

Follow the on-screen instructions. When finished, tap 'Done' and then remove the external storage from the old device.

Step 4 : Connect

Next, insert the external storage into the new Galaxy device to receive data. Launch the Smart Switch app, and tap the SD card icon.

Step 5 : Restore

Tap 'Restore'. Select what you want to restore, and then tap 'Next'.

Step 6 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Next' and then 'Done' when it’s finished.

Backup and restore from PC or Mac
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your devices.

The app for Galaxy phone or tablet is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store. For the Smart Switch PC app, download and install it on your Windows PC or Mac.

Smart Switch PC download link :

Windows Mac
  • Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure safe data transfer.
Three devices are shown, all three displaying the Smart Switch app icon. On the left is a smartphone, in the middle is a laptop and on the right is a new smartphone. The data is transferred from the previous smartphone to the laptop first and then moved from the laptop to the new smartphone.
  • Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure safe data transfer.
Step 1 : Connect and launch

Connect your previous phone or tablet to your PC using a USB cable.
On your PC, launch the Smart Switch app and tap 'Backup' to save data from the old device.

Step 2 : Select to back up

Choose the data you want to back up. 'Select all' is the default option, but you can deselect some items if you'd like. Clicking on a category will allow you to select specific items in that category. Tap 'Backup' when you are ready.

Step 3 : Back up

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Step 4 : Connect and restore

Next, connect your new Galaxy device to your PC using a USB cable.
On your PC, launch Smart Switch and tap Restore to transfer data to the new device.

Step 5 : Select to restore

Select the data you want to restore, and tap 'Restore'.

Step 6 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'OK' when the restore is complete.

IOS

How would you like to connect?
Use a USB cable
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on the Galaxy device. The app is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store. You don’t need to install the app on an iOS device.

Check if both devices are properly charged before connecting with a USB cable because connecting to a charger is not available during the transfer.

Two smartphones are shown. The phone in the right is displaying the Smart Switch app icon. Data transfers from the phone on the left to the phone on the right.
Step 1 : Launch

On your new Galaxy device, launch the Smart Switch app. Tap 'Receive data', and then tap 'iPhone/iPad'.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 2 : Connect

Use a Lightning-to-USB-C or USB-C-to-USB-C cable to connect your previous iOS device to your new Galaxy device. If you are using a USB-A cable like many standard charging cables, you can use the OTG adapter to plug into the USB-C port.

When the “Trust This Computer?” alert appears on your iPhone or iPad, tap 'Trust'.

  • OTG adapter sold separately
  • OTG adapter sold separately
Step 3 : Select

Select the data you want to transfer. When you are ready to start, tap 'Transfer'.

Step 4 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Additional tips

You can also transfer your WhatsApp chats and photos on your iOS device to your new Samsung Galaxy.

Take the following steps:

  1. 1. When selecting the data to transfer, choose “WhatsApp” under the Apps menu, and tap Transfer.
  2. 2. Scan the QR code and tap Start on your iPhone.
  • Requires the latest version of WhatsApp on iOS device.
  • WhatsApp chat history can be transferred only before signing into WhatsApp on the new device. If WhatsApp is logged in before migration or before Smart Switch is done transferring the data, then the app data cannot be transferred.
  • Requires the latest version of WhatsApp on iOS device.
  • WhatsApp chat history can be transferred only before signing into WhatsApp on the new device. If WhatsApp is logged in before migration or before Smart Switch is done transferring the data, then the app data cannot be transferred.
Use Wi-Fi
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on both devices. The app comes pre-installed on new Galaxy devices but is also downloadable from the Galaxy Store. Download the Smart Switch app from Apple's App Store and install it on your old iPhone or iPad.

Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure safe data transfer.

Smart Switch mobile download link :

Apple App Store
Two smartphones are set a little distance apart. The Smart Switch logo is displayed on both screens. An arrow starts from the smartphone on the left and travels to the smartphone on the right, indicating the transfer of data.
Step 1 : Launch

On your new Galaxy device, launch the Smart Switch app. Tap 'Receive data' and then tap 'iPhone/iPad'.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on your Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or by going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on your Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or by going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 2 : Connect

Tap 'Transfer wirelessly' to connect your iOS device to your new Galaxy device.

  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, it is recommended to use a wired connection, as it can transfer a larger amount of data at once. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such a transfer.
  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, it is recommended to use a wired connection, as it can transfer a larger amount of data at once. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such a transfer.
Step 2 : Connect

Download the Smart Switch app by tapping 'Get Smart Switch on your iPhone or iPad' and scanning the QR code.

Step 2 : Connect

Open the Smart Switch app on your iPhone or iPad, and tap 'Transfer wirelessly'.
Then, scan the QR code on your new Samsung Galaxy phone.

Step 3 : Select

Select the data you want to transfer from iPhone or iPad. When you are ready to start, tap 'Transfer'.
You can transfer your contacts, calendar events, photos and videos.

Step 4 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

  • Keep Smart Switch open on your iPhone or iPad while transferring
  • Keep Smart Switch open on your iPhone or iPad while transferring
Transfer iTunes (Finder) backup data from PC or Mac
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your devices.

The app for Galaxy phone or tablet is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store. For the Smart Switch PC app, download and install it on your Windows PC or Mac.

Smart Switch PC download link :

Windows Mac
A laptop and smartphone are shown. Both are displaying the Smart Switch app icon. Data transfers from the laptop to the phone.
Step 1 : Back up

To make sure all of your latest data is ready for Smart Switch, back up your iOS device with iTunes (Finder) on your PC or Mac.

Step 2 : Connect

Connect your phone to your PC using a USB cable. Launch Smart Switch on your PC, and tap 'Restore'.

Step 3 : Restore

Select the iTunes (Finder) backup data you would like to restore and tap 'Restore'.

Step 4 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Move iCloud data
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your Galaxy phone or tablet. The app is pre-installed but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store.

Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure a safe data transfer.

iCloud icon and a smartphone displaying the Smart Switch app icon are shown. Data transfers from iCloud to the phone.
Step 1 : Sync to iCloud

To make sure all of your latest data is ready for Smart Switch, sync your iOS device to iCloud.

  1. 1. On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings, tap your name, then tap 'iCloud'. Then tap 'Show All'.
  2. 2. Select Photos and turn on Sync this iPhone (or iPad).
  3. 3. Go back to iCloud and select iCloud Drive, then turn on Sync this iPhone (or iPad).
  4. 4. Go back to iCloud and turn on Pages, Numbers and Keynote.
  5. 5. Go back to iCloud and select Notes, then turn on Sync this iPhone (or iPad).
  6. 6. Go back to iCloud and turn on Contacts, Calendars and Reminders.
Step 2 : Launch

On your new device, launch the Smart Switch app and tap 'Receive data'. Then tap 'iPhone/iPad'.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 3 : Connect

Tap 'Get data' from iCloud instead. Enter your Apple ID or email address and password, and tap 'Sign in to iCloud'.

Step 4 : Select

Select the iCloud data you want to transfer, and then tap 'Transfer'.

Step 5 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Other Android

How would you like to connect?
Use Wi-Fi or a USB cable
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on both devices. The app is pre-installed on the new Galaxy device but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store or the Google Play Store.

Smart Switch will run when devices are at least 20% charged to ensure safe data transfer.

Two smartphones are shown. Both are displaying the Smart Switch app icon. Data transfers from the phone on the left to the phone on the right.
Step 1 : Launch

On your new Galaxy phone, launch the Smart Switch app and tap 'Receive data'. And then tap 'Galaxy/Android'.

  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
  • You can find the Smart Switch app on the Galaxy phone or tablet by navigating to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, or going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
Step 2 : Connect

Select a wireless connection or use a USB cable to connect your old device to your new Galaxy phone.

  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, a wired connection is recommended because it is relatively faster. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such transfer.
  • If you have a large amount of data to transfer, a wired connection is recommended because it is relatively faster. Make sure your devices are properly charged beforehand since connecting to a charger is not available during such transfer.
Step 3 : Select

Select the data you want to transfer. When you are ready to start, tap 'Transfer'.

Step 4 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

Backup and restore from external storage
Before you begin

Make sure you have the most up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your devices. The app is pre-installed on the new Galaxy device but also downloadable from the Galaxy Store or the Google Play Store.

And then insert the microSD card or connect the USB storage device to your old device.

Three devices are shown. On the left is a smartphone, in the middle is a USB storage device and on the right is a new smartphone. Both smartphones feature the Smart Switch logo onscreen. Data is transferred from the previous smartphone to the USB storage device and then to the new smartphone.
Step 1 : Launch

On your old device, launch the Smart Switch app and tap the SD card icon on the upper-right corner. And then tap SD Card under Back up to.

  • The Smart Switch app is downloadable from Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
  • The Smart Switch app is downloadable from Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
Step 2 : Select and back up

Select the data you want to back up and tap 'Next'. When transfer is complete, tap 'Done'.

  • If there is not enough space on your external storage, you may need to deselect some items. Or, you may clear the external storage to get enough space for the data to transfer
  • If there is not enough space on your external storage, you may need to deselect some items. Or, you may clear the external storage to get enough space for the data to transfer
Step 3 : Connect

Next, insert an SD card or connect a USB storage device to your new Galaxy phone. Launch the Smart Switch app and tap the SD card icon on the upper-right corner.

Step 4 : Restore

Tap 'Restore'. Select what you want to restore, and then tap 'Next'.

Step 5 : Transfer

The transfer will begin shortly. Tap 'Done' when it’s finished.

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