Switch to your new Fairphone
Switching to a new phone can feel like a big task, but don't worry! This guide will help you seamlessly transfer your important data to your new Fairphone. We've broken down the process into easy-to-follow steps, whether you're coming from an Android or an iPhone, or just need to restore from a backup.
Important
- These steps only work if your Fairphone has Android 13 or above. Learn how to Check and update your software version.
- Some third-party apps, like WhatsApp, use a separate backup process. See About changing phones (WhatsApp Help Center).
Learn how to move contacts, photos and other data from another device to your new Fairphone.
Before you start transfer to your new Fairphone
No matter how you plan to transfer your data, a little preparation goes a long way:
- Charge both phones: Make sure your old phone and your new Fairphone have enough battery to complete the transfer.
- Google Account: Ensure you have an active Google account and know your login details. This is crucial for app and data transfer. If you don't have one, create a Google account.
- Stable Wi-Fi: Connect both devices to a reliable Wi-Fi network.
- Back up your old device: It’s always a good idea to back up your old phone before you start.
- Make sure you can unlock your old phone with a PIN, pattern, or password.
Choose Your Transfer Method
- Switching from an Android device?
- Switching from an iPhone?
- Need to restore data from a Google backup without your old device?
- Prefer to transfer data manually?