How to Transfer Data from Old iPhone?

For most people, Quick Start is the easiest because it can automatically set up your new iPhone and migrate data. If you don’t have your old phone nearby, restore from an iCloud or computer backup.

Steps / Best Methods

Method A (Recommended): Use Quick Start — keep both iPhones near each other, Wi‑Fi connected, Bluetooth on, and plugged into power.
Method B: Restore from iCloud backup during setup if you can’t do device-to-device transfer.
Method C: Restore from a Mac/PC backup if you prefer local backups or have limited internet.
After migration, sign in to Apple Account, wait for apps/photos to finish downloading, and verify Messages/Photos/Contacts.

Method	Best for	Pros	Cons
Quick Start	Old phone available	Fast, guided, copies most settings	Both phones busy until done
iCloud backup restore	Old phone not available	Works anywhere with Wi‑Fi	Can take longer; depends on internet
Mac/PC backup restore	Large backups / slow Wi‑Fi	Predictable speed on cable	Need a computer + recent backup

Note:

If the Quick Start prompt disappears, restart both devices and try again.
Keep devices close and connected to power until migration finishes.

🤔Note/Protip:

Optional: If you prefer a computer-based, guided migration (especially for selective transfers), a third‑party tool like Wondershare Dr.Fone can be a handy alternative.