How to Transfer Contacts from Windows Phone to Android
If you’ve recently purchased a new Android device and want to save time by importing your contacts from your Windows Phone, follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Exporting contacts from your Windows Phone:
- Go to the Contacts app on your Windows Phone.
- Select the “Settings” option.
- Choose the “Export Contacts” function.
- Select the storage location for your exported contacts (e.g., SD card).
- Wait for the export process to complete.
- Step 2: Importing contacts on your Android device:
- Switch on your Android phone and open the “Contacts” app.
- Tap on the three-dot menu icon or go to the settings.
- Select the “Import/Import from storage/Import from SD card” option.
- Locate the exported contacts file you saved on your SD card.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to import your contacts.
- Wait for the import process to complete.
Alternative Methods
If the above method doesn’t work for you, don’t worry. Here are a couple of alternative methods you can try to successfully import your contacts:
- Method 1: Using Microsoft MyPhone App (For Android 2.2 and below)
- Method 2: Syncing with Google Account
- On your Windows Phone, go to “Settings” and select “Email & accounts”.
- Add your Google account by selecting “Add an account” and then “Google”.
- Sign in with your Google account credentials.
- After successfully adding your Google account, select “People” or “Contacts”.
- Tap on the “…” menu icon and choose “Sync” or “Sync now”.
If you’re using an older version of Android, you can download and install the Microsoft MyPhone app from the Google Play Store. This app will allow you to easily sync and transfer your contacts from your Windows Phone to your Android device.
Another option is to sync your contacts from your Windows Phone to your Google account and then sync them back to your new Android device. You can do this by following these steps:
Transferring contacts from a Windows Phone to an Android device doesn’t have to be a daunting task. By following the step-by-step guide above or exploring alternative methods, you can seamlessly import your contacts and get up and running on your new Android device in no time.
Remember to back up your contacts on both devices before making any changes to ensure you don’t lose any valuable information. Enjoy the experience of your new Android device with all your contacts in tow!