How to transfer applications from Xiaomi Redmi to another phone with all the data

The transition to the new Xiaomi Redmi smartphone is always an exciting moment, but the transfer of applications and data often turns into a headache. Even if both devices are from the same manufacturer, the nuances of migration can catch you off guard: somewhere your settings will disappear, somewhere your accounts will fly, and some applications will not work at all. This article will help you avoid typical mistakes and choose the best way to transfer depending on your situation.

We will analyze all current methods - from built-in tools. MIUI We'll focus on porting account-based applications (banks, instant messengers, games) because they're the ones that cause problems most often.+ or POCO X3 on the Redmi K70 — Here you will find a working solution for any pair of devices.

Preparation for transfer: what to do before the start

Data porting is not just about copying files, but also syncing accounts, backing up settings and checking compatibility, and by skipping this step, you risk losing important information or encountering errors like “Not enough space” or “Not supported app.”

Start by cleaning your old phone, removing unnecessary apps, cache, and duplicate files, reducing the amount of data you're transferring, speeding up the process, especially for 64GB devices, where every megabyte counts. MIUI on both phones – if the difference is greater than 2 versions (e.g, MIUI 12 vs MIUI 14), there may be problems with the compatibility of backups.

• 📱 Update the firmware on both devices to the latest version via Settings → The phone. → Updating the system
• 🔒 Sync accounts: Google, Mi Account, social media, without it, you can't have contacts, notes and some settings.
• 📁 Evaluate the amount of data: go to Settings → Memory and calculate how much apps, photos and videos take
• 🔋 Charge both phones to a minimum. 50% — transfer 1-2 Hours, especially over Wi-Fi

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If the new phone already has data, reset to factory settings (Settings) → Additionally. → Recovery and resetting. This will eliminate conflict during transfer.

Special attention should be paid to applications with two-factor authentication (banks, cryptocurrency wallets, corporate messengers), which can be blocked from accessing accounts without prior preparation.

1. Save backup recovery codes
2. Turn off the phone number link (if possible)
3. Check if the application supports portability via backup

2. Method 1: Built-in transfer via Mi Mover (most reliable)

Mi Mover – Xiaomi’s official solution for data migration between devices MIUI. This method saves not only applications, but also their data, SMS, Call log and even some system settings, the main advantage is that it supports porting applications while maintaining authorization (you don't have to re-enter logins/passwords).

However, there are limitations: Mi Mover only works between Xiaomi, Redmi or Xiaomi phones. POCO (But not with other brands!!) It is also required that both devices be installed MIUI 9 or newer. If you have an older version, update your firmware first.

Install Mi Mover on both phones (unless preinstalled)|

Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network|

Disable VPNs and firewalls |

Charge phones to a minimum of 60%|

Free up space on the new phone (should be free) +20% of the volume of data transferred)-->

Step-by-step:

1. On your old phone, open Mi Mover (you can find it in the app menu or search)
2. Select "I am the sender" and click "Next"
3. On the new phone, also open Mi Mover and select "I'm the recipient"
4. Scan it. QR-code from the screen of a new phone with an old device
5. Select data for transfer: tick "Applications", "Application Data", "System Settings"
6. Confirm the transfer on both devices and wait until it is completed (may take 10 minutes to 1 hour)

If the process is stuck in the “Data Preparation” stage, try:

• Reboot the Mi Mover on both phones
• Turn off the power saving mode
• Connect to another Wi-Fi network (sometimes switching to a mobile hotspot helps)

Method 2: Transfer through backup MIUI

If Mi Mover doesn't work for some reason, the alternative is to back up the old phone and restore it to the new one, which is suitable for porting between devices with different versions. MIUI (For example, from the old Redmi 5 to the new Redmi 12).

Important nuance: backup MIUI Not all of the app data is saved, such as Wi-Fi passwords, some app settings and game cache, and it is not suitable for transferring to other brands’ devices (even if they are on Android).

How to make a backup copy:

1. On your old phone, go to Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset → Local backup
2. Select "Backup" and tick the boxes: 📱 System data (required) 📁 Annexes 💬 SMS and call log (if desired)

Create a backup copy

MIUI/backup/AllBackup

Copy the backup folder to your new phone (via cable, cloud, or memory card)

How to restore on a new phone:

1. Place a backup folder in the root directory of the new phone’s internal memory
2. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset → Local backup
3. Select the backup file and click "Restore"
4. Confirm the recovery and wait for the phone to restart

How to transfer data via Google:

1. On your old phone, check that sync is enabled: Settings → Accounts and synchronization → Google → [your account] → Synchronize everything
2. Wait for the synchronization to be completed (you can check in Settings) → Accounts. → Google → Account management → Synchronization)
3. On the new phone, when you first turn on, select “Copy Data” and log in to the same Google account.
4. Select “Restore from backup” and confirm the recovery

To transfer applications (without data), after the account is restored:

1. Open the Google Play Store
2. Click on the profile avatar → "Application and Device Management"
3. Go to the tab "Installed" → "Not established"
4. Select “Install All” or manually select the required applications.

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Syncing through Google is the only portability method that works between Xiaomi and other brands (Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.).

5. Method 4: Using third-party applications (ShareMe, Clone Phone)

If Xiaomi's built-in tools don't fit, you can use third-party data porting apps.

• ShareMe (formerly Mi Drop) is the official app from Xiaomi, but with advanced features
• Clone Phone – a universal solution for transferring between any Android devices
• Smart Switch (from Samsung) – works with Xiaomi, but may be less stable

ShareMe is the best choice for devices Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO, as optimised for MIUI. He's supporting the transfer:

• 📱 Data Applications (not all, but most)
• 📁 Photos, videos, music
• 📄 Documents.
• 💬 SMS call-book

Instructions for ShareMe:

1. Install ShareMe on both phones (you can download from Google Play or App Gallery)
2. On the old phone, select "Send"
3. On the new phone, select "Get"
4. Scan it. QR-code or connect via hotspot
5. Select data to transfer (applications, files, etc.)
6. Confirm the transfer and wait until it is completed.

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If ShareMe doesn’t see the second phone, try turning on developer mode on both devices (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times and activate the "Debugging by" option USB".

Clone Phone is a more versatile solution, but it can run slower, with the advantage of supporting portability between Xiaomi and other brands (e.g. Huawei or Oppo), but there is a risk of data loss for some apps, especially if they use their own encryption mechanisms (banking apps, instant messengers).

Comparison of third-party applications:

Method 5: Manual transfer via computer (for advanced users)

If you only have to migrate selective applications or data, you can do it manually through a computer, which takes longer, but gives you complete control of the process.

• 📁 APK-Application files (without data)
• 🗃️ Folders with documents or media files
• 🔑 Backup copies of specific applications (if they support export)

What you need:

• Cable USB (better-than-original)
• Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
• Programme ADB (portable)

Instructions for transfer APK-file:

1. Connect your old phone to your computer and enable file transfer mode
2. Copy. APK-file /data/app/ (You need root rights, or use an app like this. APK Extractor for extraction APK
3. Move it. APK-Files on a new phone and install them manually

To transfer these applications will be required ADB:

adb backup -f backup.ab -apk -obb -shared -all


adb restore backup.ab

These commands will create a full backup of the apps with the data on the old phone and restore it to the new one. Note: not all apps support backup through the old phone. ADB (especially banking and some messengers).

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To transfer game saves, use specialized tools like Helium (requires root) or cloud saves (if the game supports Google Play Games).

7.Typical mistakes and how to avoid them

Even with official tools, data transfer can go wrong, and here are the most common problems and solutions.

1.There's not enough space on the new phone

⚠️ Note: If the new Redmi has less memory than the old one, the transfer may be interrupted in the middle.

• Use Memory Analysis in Settings → Memory to find large, unnecessary files
• Move your photos and videos to the cloud (Google Photos, Mi Cloud) or to an external drive.
• If you transfer it to a device with 64 GB of memory, consider what is really available ~50-55 GB

2.Apps are not restored or fly out

• Check the compatibility of the application with the new version Android/MIUI
• Update problematic apps via Google Play after porting
• Gaming and social media may require re-authorization

The transfer was suspended during the “Data Preparation” stage.

• Restart Mi Mover or another portable app
• Turn it off. VPN, Firewall and antivirus (they can block data transmission)
• Try using a different type of connection (e.g., instead of Wi-Fi, cable) OTG)

4. Not overdue. SMS call-book

• Check if the synchronization is enabled. SMS In Settings → Annexes → SMS → Additionally. → Archiving and restoration
• Use third-party applications like SMS Backup & Restore

5. The new phone has dropped the settings of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth

• This is normal – some system settings are not portable due to differences in hardware.
• Connect to the right networks manually
• Smart devices (earphones, fitness bracelets) may require re-synchronization

8. Transfer of specific data (games, banking applications, instant messengers)

Some types of applications require a special approach when porting, and let's look at the most problematic categories:

🎮 Games with cloud-based storage

• Most modern games (such as Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile) linked to a Google Play Games account, Mi Account or your own gaming account
• Before perenosom, check in the game settings if sync with the cloud is enabled.
• After installing the game on the new phone, log in to the same account - saves will be downloaded automatically.

💳 Banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff, VTB)

⚠️ Warning: Moving banking apps over backup or Mi Mover can lead to access blocking! most banks require re-authorization on a new device.

• Before perenosom save backup access codes (if any)
• After installing the app on your new phone, use the “Move to New Device” function (available in most banking applications)
• If the application is blocked, contact the bank with a passport

💬 Messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber)

• WhatsApp: Use the built-in backup function in Google Drive (Settings) → chat → Backup. Important: phone number must remain the same!
• Telegram: All data is synced through the cloud automatically when you log in to your account, just install the app and enter your number.
• Viber: Backup can be created in Settings → Account. → Backup and save to Google Drive or Memory Card.

📷 Photos and videos in original quality

• When transferring via Mi Mover or backup MIUI Quality of media files is maintained
• If you use Google Photos, select “Original Quality” in the sync settings, otherwise the photos will shrink to 16MPx.
• For a large amount of media files (>50 GB is better to use a physical medium (memory card or external) SSD)

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions