The Move to iOS app is a simple way to transfer contacts, photos, and more from an Android device to an iPhone. It’s also a way to switch back if you’ve gone through the process of switching from iPhone to Android. Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Download and install the Move to iOS app
The first step is downloading and installing the Move to iOS app on your Android device. The Move to iOS app comes pre-installed on every iPhone, so you can’t miss it – tap “App Store” from your home screen and search for “Move to iOS.” Once you’ve downloaded the app, tap “Install” and wait for it to do its thing.
Step 2: Launch Move to iOS on your Android device
Launch Move to iOS on your Android device, read the terms and conditions, and tap Agree. Your Apple ID will be used for the transfer process.
If you have already set up an Apple ID, enter it here. Otherwise, tap Create an Apple ID to create one now.
Step 3: Open the Move to iOS app and tap Continue on your iPhone
The app will walk you through several steps to set up your device and get you ready to use WhatsApp without interruptions.
Step 4: On your Android device, select Continue, then agree to the Terms of Service
To complete the transfer of your WhatsApp data, you’ll need to accept the Terms of Service. To do so, follow these steps:
- On your Android device, select Continue.
- Agree to the Terms of Service by selecting I Agree. If you don’t want to sign in at this time, you can skip this step by tapping Skip for Now.
Step 5: Find Your Code
It’s time for you to enter the code. This is pretty straightforward: once the app has been installed, open it up and tap on the “Continue” button. You will now be taken to a page where you can choose what kind of device you want to transfer data from.
Select Android here and then enter your code (which was emailed earlier). The app will then ask if you want to keep WhatsApp or remove it altogether – select “Keep Message History” here.
Step 6: Wait for a loading bar to appear on both devices
Now that you’ve activated the transfer, you must wait for a loading bar to appear on both devices. Once this happens, select what you would like to transfer across, for example, Messages, Contacts, Photos/Videos, and other files (everything will be selected by default). Once you select all the desired options, hit ‘Start’ at this point and proceed with your WhatsApp data transfer from Android to iPhone.
Step 7: Sign in on the new phone
Once you’ve done this, you’re ready to start using WhatsApp on your new phone. Just open the app, and when you’re asked to sign in with your account information, do so.
Your old chats will already have been transferred over from your previous phone—you’ll be able to see them all if you check out the chat list or if someone sends you a text message or video call request. You can also use WhatsApp as normal now.
Final Notes
If you’re looking to transfer WhatsApp data from Android to iPhone, there are a few things you’ll need to consider first. First, be sure that your iPhone has enough space for the backup (you can check its available storage by going into Settings > General > Storage & iCloud Usage).
Then, ensure your account is signed into WhatsApp before beginning the transfer process. With those steps taken care of, all that’s left is to sit back and wait for everything from the other device—including messages and contacts—to be sent over.
Once done with that process, WhatsApp will behave normally on your new phone. Once your data has been transferred over, you should be able to launch WhatsApp on your new iPhone.
This is where you’ll sign in with your Apple ID and password. Once you’re logged in, go ahead and start sending messages.