How to Fix Move to iOS Unable to Migrate Issue without a Hitch?

"I keep trying to transfer my data from my Android to my new iPhone. Each time I try, it says unable to migrate during the preparation process. I have done multiple things to try and troubleshoot: restarting both phones, removing the SD card from my Android, not giving the iPhone a password/Face ID. Nothing is working. Any advice would be greatly appreciated."

- Reddit.com

Even if Move to iOS is Apple's official solution to transfer data from Android to iPhone, you still cannot avoid glitches or bugs like Move to iOS unable to migrate. If you are unable to migrate data via Move to iOS, try to troubleshoot the problem with the effective methods below.

Part 1. A Brief Introductions of Move to iOS
Part 2. Common Errors You Will Meet when Move to iOS Migration Failed
Part 3. How to Fix "Move to iOS Unable to Migrate"

Part 1. A Brief Introductions of Move to iOS

1. What is Move to iOS?

As mentioned above, Move to iOS is an official app developed by Apple to migrate data from an Android to iPhone wirelessly, including:

• Contacts.
• Calendars.
• Messages.
• Mail accounts.
• Camera photos and videos.
• Web bookmarks.

2. 5 important preparations before using Move to iOS

You should ensure the following things before using the Move to iOS app.

• Your Android device runs Android 4.0 or up and iOS is an iPhone 5 or above runs iOS 9.0 or later.
• Both devices are under the same Wi-Fi network. Note that the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with the same household are different networks.
• The content you will move, including that stored on the external SD card, is compatible with your iPhone.
• Both devices are fully charged.
• Move to iOS will remain on the Android screen. Any phone calls or usage of the device will interrupt the data transfer.
• It cannot transfer data from iOS to Android.
• Depending on the data size or network condition, the transfer process may take hours.
• Your iPhone has not completed the initial setup wizard.

3. How to use Move to iOS?

You can refer to the steps below to migrate data with Move to iOS.

1. Install and run Move to iOS from Google Play Store on your Android device.
2. Enable Wi-Fi on your Android device and plug both devices into a nearby power source.
3. Turn on your iPhone and begin to set it up. When you reach the Apps & Data screen, tap the Move Data from Android option.
4. Run the Move to iOS app on your Android phone, tap Continue, and hit the Agree button after reading the terms & conditions.
5. Click Continue on your iPhone's Move from Android screen. Then wait for a ten- or six-digit code to appear.
6. Enter the code on your Android phone and hit Connect to join the temporary Wi-Fi network created by your iPhone.
7. On the Transfer Data screen on your Android phone, choose the content you want to transfer and click Continue to start transferring data.
8. Don't use both devices and keep them connected until the loading bar finishes on your iPhone. You're done!
9. Follow the on-screen steps to finish setting up your iPhone.

Read also: Effortlessly Transfer iBooks from iPhone to iPad or Vice Versa

Part 2. Common Errors You Will Meet when Move to iOS Migration Failed

According to Google Play users, below are the most commonly Move to iOS errors:

• Move to iOS unable to migrate. Try again later.
• Move to iOS stuck on preparing.
• Move to iOS fails after preparing.
• Move to iOS stuck on connecting.
• Connection error, no device detected.
• Move to iOS is not working. Could not communicate with the device.
• Move to iOS transfer interrupted.
• Move to iOS gets stuck in transferring data or moving items into place.
• Move to iOS no code.
• ...

Part 3. How to Fix "Move to iOS Unable to Migrate"

Unable to migrate from Android to iOS? Maybe you can try the following solutions to fix the issue.

Solution 1. Ensure that You Have Turned on Wi-Fi

Move to iOS relies on the Wi-Fi network to transfer data from Android to iPhone. Thus, when you see the error "Move to iOS stuck on connecting", you may need to check the Wi-Fi connection.

Generally, iPhone will create a private Wi-Fi network when connecting with your Android device. Thus, you need to disconnect your Android device from any Wi-Fi network or forget the previous Wi-Fi connection. After that, iPhone will automatically search for the nearby Android device running Move to iOS and display a security code. After inputting the code on your Android device, you will establish a connection between the two devices.

Solution 2. Check if the Cellular Data Is Switched Off

Sometimes, the cellular data on your phone may interrupt the data transfer. So, you'd better turn off the cellular data on your Android and iPhone to see whether a smooth transfer is on the way.

Solution 3. Turn on Airplane Mode

You can also switch on the Airplane mode to prevent any network from causing trouble. After completing the data transfer, you can turn off the Airplane mode.

• Open the Control Center on your iPhone and touch the Airplane mode icon to turn it on.
• Pull down the notification bar on your Android phone and enable the Airplane mode.
• Switch on Wi-Fi while the Airplane mode is on to make your devices communicate and transfer files over the private Wi-Fi network.

See more: Fixed: Contacts Didn't Transfer to New iPhone | 7 Flexible Ways

Solution 4. Unselect Smart Network Switch or Connections Optimizer

Since Move to iOS only uses a private network to transfer files, you can turn off the cellular data to ensure a stable connection.

• Open your Android phone's Settings > Connections > More Networks.
• Choose Mobile Networks > turn off the Connections Optimizer.
• Go to Wi-Fi settings > toggle off Smart Network Switch.

Solution 5. Update Your Android or iPhone Software Versions

Like other apps in Google Play Store or Apple App Store, Move to iOS also has minimum system requirements. Basically, it supports all phones and tablets running Android 4.0 or above and iOS 9.0 or newer. If necessary, update your devices to the latest software versions before migration.

• On your Android phone, go to Settings > About phone > Check for updates.
• Open Settings > General > Software update > Download and install on your iPhone.

If there is an available new update, download and install it with the on-screen prompts. Also, we kindly remind you to back up your Android and iPhone data before updating, although the update won't erase the content.

See more: You can back up iPhond data before upgrading the software with this guide.

Solution 6. Ensure that the Desired Content Works with Your iOS Device

Ensure that the content you are moving from Android, including that on the external SD card, is compatible with your new iPhone. Or, you cannot transfer files successfully.

Solution 7. Don't Use Your Device during Data Migration

You should also not use either device during data migration. Otherwise, the Move to iOS transfer interrupted will pop up again.

Solution 8. Close Apps that Affect Wi-Fi Connection

Some people report that closing the apps that affect the Wi-Fi connection works well for the Move to iOS unable to migrate issue. You need to figure out apps running in the background and temporarily restrict them from using the internet.

• Head over to Android's Settings > Wireless & Networks > Data Usage.
• Select Network Access > uncheck the Wi-Fi option next to the app you want to close.
• Exit Settings and restart the data migration process.

Solution 9. Reset Network or Router

When Move to iOS is unable to migrate on iPhone 13/12, you can also reset the Wi-Fi network settings on your iPhone or restart the router. You may not believe it, but it actually solves the issue in some cases.

Solution 10. Restart Your Devices

In other cases, a simple restarting of your devices will effectively remove the app bugs or errors. For that,

• On your Android phone, press and hold the Power button until the power menu pops up. Then, click Restart to reboot your device.
• On your iPhone, press and hold the Power button until a slider appears. Next, switch the slider from left to right to power off your iPhone. After that, manually restart your device by tapping the Power button.

Solution 11. Use a Reliable Move to iOS Alternative – Coolmuster Mobile Transfer

Disappointed at fixing the Move to iOS unable to migrate issue? Using a Move to iOS alternative will migrate data from Android to iPhone without trouble. For example, Coolmuster Mobile Transfer is the best app to transfer contacts, eBooks (PDFs & ePubs), and other files from Android to iOS. It also allows you to move music, SMS, contacts, photos, etc., from iOS to Android.

Key features of Coolmuster Mobile Transfer:

* Copy contacts, eBooks (PDFs & ePubs), etc., from Android to iOS in one click.

* Migrate contacts, photos, music, videos, SMS, and eBooks (PDFs & ePubs) from iOS to Android.

* Transfer data from Android to Android or iOS to iOS.

* Easy, fast, and reliable.

* Widely compatible with Android 4 to Android 13 and iOS 5 to iOS 16, such as the latest Samsung Galaxy S23/S22 Ultra/S22+/S22, HTC U12+/U12 Life, iPhone 14 Pro Max/14 Pro/14/SE (3rd generation)/13 Pro Max/13 Pro/13/13 mini, Huawei, Sony, LG, etc.

How do I transfer data from Android to iPhone without the Move to iOS?

1. Run Coolmuster Mobile Transfer on your computer after installation and enter the Mobile Transfer module.

2. Plug your Android and iOS device into the computer using suitable USB cables. Then ensure to enable USB debugging on the Android device and trust the computer on your iDevice.

Once connected, you will see Connected under the device position.

Note: Ensure that the Android must be in the Source position. If necessary, tap the Flip button to switch them.

3. Check the content you wish to transfer and tap the Start Copy button below to migrate from Android to iOS.

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The Bottom Line

Hopefully, our tutorial will perfectly resolve your issue "Move to iOS unable to migrate". You can try the above ways to fix the Move to iOS app to normal if you still wish to use the app. Or, go directly to Coolmuster Mobile Transfer and move data from your Android to iOS using the alternative. In our test, it finishes migration in minutes and is much easier to use than Move to iOS.

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