How to Transfer Contacts from iPhone to Android [5 Proven Methods in 2026]

Part 1: Transfer all contacts from iPhone to Android in 1 click

The easiest way to transfer all the iPhone contacts to Android is by using Dr.Fone - Phone Transfer. A part of the Dr.Fone toolkit can easily transfer all your data from one device to another with a single click. The application is compatible with every leading Android and iPhone model. You can transfer your data from iPhone to Android and vice-versa. Besides a cross-platform transfer of data, iPhone to iPhone and Android to Android transfer is also supported.

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The application also supports transferring all the leading data types such as videos, music, photos, messages, and so much more. Extremely easy to use, it is a must-have tool for every smartphone user out there. To learn how to move contacts from iPhone to Android, you can take these steps:

Step 1. First of all, launch the Dr.Fone toolkit on your Mac or Windows PC, and from its welcome screen, visit the "Phone Transfer" module.

Step 2. Connect your Android and iOS devices to the system and let the application detect them automatically. Since you wish to export iPhone contacts to Android, iPhone should be the source while Android should be the destination device. You can use the Flip button to interchange their positions.

Step 3. select the category of data you wish to transfer. Once you have checked the "Contacts" option, click on the "Start Transfer" button to start the process.

Step 4. Sit back and wait for a couple of minutes as the application syncs contacts from iPhone to Android. Make sure that both the devices are kept connected to the system until the process is completed.

Step 5. Once the transfer completes, you will be shown a message. In the end, you can remove the 2 devices safely from your system.

Part 2: Move contacts from iPhone to Android with Google Account

A quick and reliable way to import contacts from iPhone to Android is by syncing through your Google account. Simply add your Google account to your iPhone to back up your contacts. Then, when setting up your Android device, sign in with the same account to automatically sync all your contacts—fast, easy, and hassle-free.

Step 1. Unlock your iPhone and go to its Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > Add Account and tap on "Google."

Step 2. Sign in with your Google account credentials and grant your phone the needed permissions to access your Gmail data.

Step 3. Now, you can go back to your Google account from here and turn on the sync option for "Contacts."

Step 4. Once your contacts are synced with your Google account, you can easily access them on any Android device. You can use the Google Contacts app or use the same account to set up your device for auto-sync contacts.

Part 3: Import contacts from iPhone to Android with iCloud

Another effective way to import contacts from iPhone to Android is through iCloud. Start by syncing your iPhone contacts with iCloud, then export them as a VCF (vCard) file and import it into Google Contacts. While this method takes a few extra steps compared to tools like Dr.Fone, it’s completely free and works well as a backup solution. Follow the steps below to transfer your contacts via iCloud.

1. Before you proceed, make sure your iPhone contacts are synced with iCloud. To do this, go to the iCloud settings and turn on the sync for 1.Contacts.

2. Great! Once your contacts are synced with iCloud, you can easily access them remotely. Go to iCloud.com and log in with your Apple ID.

3. After logging in to your iCloud account, go to the "Contacts" option from the home screen.

4. This will display a list of all the synced contacts. Select the contacts you wish to move. To select all contacts, click on the gear icon (settings) at the bottom right corner.

5. Once you have made the desired selections, go to its settings again (the gear icon) and choose "Export vCard." This will save a VCF file having all the contact details.

6. Now, go to Gmail and login with your account details. Select the Contacts option. Alternatively, you can go to the official website of Google Contacts as well.

7. From here, you can choose to Import a file. Click on the vCard option and browse the saved VCF file that you have just exported from iCloud.

8. Once you have imported these contacts to your Google account, you can easily access them on the connected device as well.

Part 4: Copy contacts from iPhone to Android using iTunes

If you prefer using iTunes, you can still import contacts from iPhone to Android with it. Although iTunes no longer supports direct syncing with Google, you can sync your contacts to your Windows account first and then export them as a vCard file. While this method may take a few extra steps, it’s still a reliable way to transfer your iPhone contacts to your Android device.

1. Launch the latest version of iTunes from your system, and connect your iPhone with a cable.

2. Select your connected device and go to its Info tab. Enable the "Sync Contacts" option and choose to sync them with Windows Contacts.

3. Ensure that you choose to sync "All Contacts" before clicking on the "Apply" button.

4. Great! Once you have synced your iPhone contacts to your Windows account, you can safely remove the device. Go to your Account > Contacts and click on the "Export" button on the toolbar.

5. Choose to export the contacts to a vCard and select the location to save the VCF file.

6. In the end, you can manually copy the VCF file to your Android device or import it to your Google Contacts as well.

Conclusion

Now that you’ve explored several effective methods to import contacts from iPhone to Android, transferring your data is easier than ever. While all the options work well, Dr.Fone - Phone Transfer stands out as the fastest and most convenient solution. It allows you to move all your contacts securely and in just one click—saving time while ensuring a smooth transition to your new Android device.

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