How to transfer all data from Xiaomi phone to Xiaomi

Buying a new Xiaomi smartphone is always an exciting moment, but the challenge is how to quickly and without loss transfer all the accumulated information from the old device. Fortunately, the MIUI and HyperOS ecosystem offers powerful built-in tools that make this process as simple and understandable as possible even for inexperienced users. You do not need to be a technician to perform the migration in minutes.

There are several proven synchronization methods, each with its own characteristics and suits different use cases: you can use the Mi Mover app, Google cloud services or local backup, the choice of a particular method depends on the amount of data, Internet connection speed and personal preferences of the owner of the gadget.

In this article, we will take a look at all the options available so you can choose the most convenient one for yourself. We will look at the nuances of transferring contacts, photos, messages, system settings and even passwords from Wi-Fi networks. Proper preparation will save you from headaches in the future.

Preparing devices for data migration

Before you start the copying process, you need to perform a series of preparatory steps that will ensure the stability of the transfer and the safety of files. Charge both devices to a minimum of 60-70%, as active operation of communication modules and write to the disk consumes significant battery power. If one of the phones runs out in the process, it can interrupt, which will lead to errors.

Make sure both smartphones have up-to-date software installed. Go to Settings → About your phone and check for system updates. It is also critical that the receiving device has enough free memory space to house all files from the old device.

Remove temporary files and unnecessary debris from both phones to speed up the data analysis process, which can be done through the standard Security app by selecting Cleanup.

Using the Mi Mover app for fast transfer

The most efficient and quickest way is to use the built-in Mi Mover tool, which is pre-installed on all modern Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, and creates a direct Wi-Fi connection between devices, allowing data to be transmitted at high speeds without using Internet traffic.

To get started, open the app on both phones. On the old device, select the "Send" role and on the new one, "Get" role. QR-The code that you need to scan with the old machine, and when you connect, you'll see a list of data categories that you can transfer.

You can selectively mark what you want to copy: contacts, messages, call log, apps, images, music, videos, and even system settings. Press send and wait until the process is complete. Transfer speeds can reach 30-40 MB/s depending on the Wi-Fi router model in your phones.

It is important to note that some system applications and banking software data may not be migrated for security reasons, but will have to be reconfigured, but the bulk of user information will be retained in its entirety.

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If you have a very large amount of photos and videos (over 100GB), the process can take several hours.It is better to start the Mi Mover overnight by connecting both phones to chargers.

Sync through Google Account and Cloud Services

An alternative method that doesn’t require both phones to be physically present nearby is Google Cloud Sync, which is ideal if the old phone is already sold or unavailable, but the data has been stored in the cloud beforehand.

On your old phone, go to Settings → Accounts and Sync. Make sure your Google account is added and activated. Enable sync for contacts, calendar, notes and other important data. Photos and videos use Google Photos, which will automatically upload media files to the cloud.

On the new phone, when you first turn on, just log in to the same Google account. The system will prompt you to restore data from the backup, you can select a restore point by date and start the process of downloading apps and settings.

The main drawback of this method is the dependence on Internet connection speed and disk space restriction. Google's free tariff provides 15 GB, which may not be enough for a full media backup.

Local backup and manual transfer

For users who prefer complete control over data or do not trust cloud services, the local backup method is available. MIUI It allows you to create a complete image of the system, which is stored in the internal memory or on the computer. SD-map.

To create a backup, go to Settings → About Phone → Backup and Restore. Select Mobile Device and specify the data to save: system settings, applications and user data. Once the process is complete, the backup file will be in the MIUI/backup/AllBackup folder.

This file can be copied to your computer or directly to your new phone. USB-cable, connected in file transfer mode (MTP). On the new device, you need to place the file in the same directory and perform recovery through the same settings menu.

⚠️ Note: Local app backups may not work when you restore them to a device with another version of Android or MIUI. This method is best suited for transferring system settings and user files.

Manual transfer over the computer also remains relevant: connect the old phone to a PC, copy the DCIM, Download, Documents and other important directories, then connect the new phone and copy the data to the appropriate places.

Transfer messages, contacts and settings WhatsApp

Special attention should be paid to transferring correspondence in instant messengers, since standard methods do not always preserve the history of messages. WhatsApp has a built-in backup feature that you must use.

On your old phone, open WhatsApp, go to Settings → Chats → Chat Backup. Click Backup and wait for the history to be uploaded to Google Drive. Make sure you use the same Google account that will be on your new phone.

When you first start WhatsApp on a new device, the app will automatically detect the backup and prompt you to restore your message history, and it’s important to do so before you start actively using the messenger on the new device.

• 📱 Contacts: Exported automatically when logged in to a Google account or via file.vcf.
• 💬 SMS: Transferred via Mi Mover or app SMS Backup & Restore.
• 🔑 Passwords: Save in Google Password Manager or Mi Cloud.

For the transfer of normal SMS-Messages without using Mi Mover can be used by the application SMS Backup and Restore will create. XML-A file that needs to be transferred to a new phone and restored through the same application.

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The most reliable way to save WhatsApp correspondence is to manually back up your Google Drive just before you change your device.

Frequent problems and ways to solve them

Users may encounter various technical difficulties during migration, and one of the most common problems is interrupting Wi-Fi Direct when using Mi Mover, often due to energy-saving settings or interference on the air.

If the transmission is stuck at a certain percentage, try to turn off mobile Internet on both phones and leave only Wi-Fi. VPN-Antivirus and services that can block local data packet exchange.

Another problem is the lack of some applications after recovery, which is because some programs do not support cloud backup or require re-authorization for security reasons, and banking applications, government services, and enterprise customers often require a complete reinstallation and configuration from scratch.

⚠️ Note: After transferring the data, be sure to check the two-factor authentication. SIM-The card was not transferred on time, you may lose access to accounts that require SMS-confirmation.

In rare cases, you may need to reset your network settings on a new device if your mobile internet or calls are not working.This is done through Settings → Connection & Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth.