If you have purchased a new phone and are looking to transfer data from your old phone to the new one, moving contacts should be your highest priority as they are irreplaceable data.
In this post, I will share some of the best methods to transfer contacts from android to android. I will begin with the easiest and most reliable options, and also provide some specific ones that might be helpful based on your situation.
Transferring phone contacts
There are multiple ways to transfer contacts from Android to Android, whether you prefer doing it online or offline. Both options are possible. However, the method you choose depends on your personal needs. For instance, I prefer using my Google account because it not only transfers the contacts but also keeps them synchronized on all my phones. However, in the past, I used to transfer contacts via a VCF file because I didn't want to store my data in cloud storage. You can choose whichever method you prefer.
How to transfer contacts from android to android
As I mentioned before, there are many ways to transfer contacts from Android to Android. In this post, we are going to share two easy and effective methods. You can choose whichever method you prefer.
Using a Gmail account
To transfer contacts from android to android using a Gmail account, make sure both phones are connected to the internet, and then follow the steps.
- Open the Google Contacts app: Open the Google Contacts app on your phone. If you don't have it, download it from the Play Store.
- Select primary account: In the Google Contacts app, click on the profile icon in the top right corner, and then select your primary Gmail account where you want to back up all of your contacts.
- Select backup account: Once again, click on the profile icon, then select "Contacts Settings." Next, click on "Google Contacts Sync Settings," and then choose your primary Gmail account for backup.
- Enable auto sync: Now, you will see two options: "Status" and "Also Sync Device Contacts." Open each of them one by one and enable them. Make sure to select your primary Gmail account again when it asks for it.
- Restore contacts: On your secondary phone, log in with the same Gmail account where you want to restore your contacts. Then, just like you did on your primary device, enable auto-sync in the Google Contacts app on the secondary device as well.
- Now your contacts will be automatically transferred.
Using a VCF file
Another easier way to transfer contacts from Android to Android is by using a VCF file. It's simpler than the Gmail method; just follow the steps below carefully.
- Open Google Contacts app : Open the Google Contacts app on your phone. If you don't have it, download it from the Play Store.
- Export to VCF file : Click on "Fix and Manage" at the bottom right. Then, click on "Export to File." In the "Choose Account" menu, select all the options, and click on "Export to VCF file."
- Save the VCF file : After clicking on "Export to VCF file," your file manager will automatically open. Click on the three-line menu located at the top left corner of the screen. Then, select the "Download" folder and click on "Save" at the bottom of your screen.
- Transfer the VCF file: Open your file manager, navigate to the "Download" folder, find the contacts.vcf file, and transfer it to your desired device using any method you prefer, such as Bluetooth, Nearby Share, or any other preferred option.
- Restore Contacts : After transferring to your secondary device, open the file manager, locate the contacts.vcf file in secondary device, click on it, select the contact app, and choose the desired option to restore your contacts, whether on the device or in a Gmail account.
- Your contacts have been transferred to your secondary device.
Common Questions
Below, I have answered some of the most commonly asked questions. If you couldn't find your answer there, feel free to comment below, and we will be glad to assist you.
Contacts are stored in multiple accounts?
Don't worry, simply switch the account by clicking on the profile icon in the contact app. Then, select all the contacts and click on the three-dot menu located in the top right corner. From there, choose "Move to Another Account" and select your primary Gmail account. Repeat this process for all your accounts, and then proceed with the backup.
How do I transfer contacts from Android to Android wirelessly?
There are multiple ways to transfer contacts from one Android device to another. I have shared two effective wireless methods that you can try
Can I transfer contacts through Bluetooth?
Yes, you can open the Google Contacts app, then click on the three-line menu in the top left corner. Next, select "All Contacts" and long-press on any contact. Afterward, click on the three-dot menu in the top right corner, then select "Select All." Proceed to click on the share icon and choose Bluetooth as the sharing option. Send the file via Bluetooth, then click on the file on the second device to restore all the contacts.
How do I share my phone contacts?
Follow the second method I have shared in this post, where you can easily share your phone contacts .
Conclusion
So we have come to the end of this post, where we shared two different and effective ways to transfer contacts from Android to Android. I hope you found them helpful. However, if you encounter any issues or have any problems, please feel free to comment below. For a faster response, you can also reach out to us through the "Contact Us" page.