How to copy Honor contacts to Xiaomi: all working ways of 2026

Moving from Honor to Xiaomi is always an exciting moment, especially when it comes to keeping important data safe. Contacts accumulated over the years can seem like a small thing until you face losing it. Fortunately, the transfer process does not require technical skills, if you know the proven methods. In this article, we will discuss 5 ways to copy contacts, from standard ones (via Google account or Google account). SIM-map) to less obvious (e.g. exporting to a.vcf file or using Bluetooth).

It's important to understand that the choice of method depends on several factors: the number of contacts, the availability of the Internet, the device model and even the firmware version. For example, on Xiaomi with MIUI 14 sync through Google works differently than on older versions. And for Honor owners with Magic UI 7.0+, additional export options are available. We took into account all the nuances to ensure that the instructions are suitable for any combination of devices from the budget Redmi to the flagship Honor Magic5.

If you're afraid of losing data, back up your contacts on your old phone before you start, which will take less than a minute, but it will relieve headaches if you crash. And remember, not all methods are equally reliable. For example, Bluetooth porting can crop some fields (like extra numbers or notes), and Google sync sometimes duplicates the records, and we've marked these points in each section so you can choose the best option.

1. syncing through a Google account is the most reliable way

This method works on any Android device, including Honor and Xiaomi, if you have a Google account set up on them, and its main advantage is automation: once set up, contacts will sync in the background, and you will not have to repeat the procedure when you change your phone.

On Honor, check if sync is enabled:

1. Open Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Select your account and make sure the switch opposite Contact is active.
3. Click Sync Now (if the option is available).

On Xiaomi, perform the reverse procedure:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Turn on the synchronization of contacts and wait for the process to be completed.

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Note: If your contacts are not stored in Google but in your phone’s local memory, you should first move them. Open Contacts, click three points → Contact Management → Import/Export → Export to your Google account.

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If you display contacts duplicates after synchronization on Xiaomi, use the built-in merging function: open Contacts → Three Points → Contact Management → Combine Doubles.

2. Transfer through SIM-Map - for a small number of contacts

This method is suitable if you have less than 250 contacts (limitation). SIM-It's simple, but it has its downsides: SIM-The card only stores the basic data (name) + number, without photos, email or additional fields.

Instructions for Honor:

1. Open Contacts → Three Points → Contact Management → Import / Export → Export to SIM.
2. Select contacts (or click Allocate) and confirm the export.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Put it in. SIM-card.
2. Go to Contacts → Three Points → Contact Management → Import with SIM.
3. Choose where to save your contacts (we recommend a Google Account or Device).

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Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12) do not support imports from the market. SIM into MIUI 14 through the standard menu. In this case, use the app. SIM-Contacts from Google Play.

3 Export to a VCF file is a universal method for any number of contacts

The.vcf (or vCard) file is the standard contact storage format that all modern smartphones support, and its convenience is that it stores all fields: numbers, email, addresses, notes, and even photos.

How to export to Honor:

1. Open Contacts → Three Points → Contact Management → Import / Export → Export to File.
2. Choose the format VCF-file and specify a folder to save (for example, Downloads).
3. Transfer the file to Xiaomi via Bluetooth, email, or the cloud (like Google Drive).

How to import to Xiaomi:

1. Open the.vcf file from the Explorer, and the system will prompt you to import contacts.
2. Select an account to save (we recommend Google).

📌 If the file weighs more than 10 MB (for example, when exporting 10,000 MB)+ Contacts, break it down with the Contacts Backup & Restore app from Google Play.

📱 Check the free space on Honor (you need to) ~1 MB per 1000 contacts)

📁 Select a folder to save (better not system)

🔗 Make sure that Xiaomi can open up VCF (check in the conductor)

🔄 Backup contacts on Honor (in case of a crash)-->

4.Bluetooth Transmission – Fast but Limited Way

Porting contacts over Bluetooth is convenient if you don’t have internet or cable, but only suitable for a small number of records (up to the previous one). 50-100). In addition, some Xiaomi models (for example, the same as the, POCO X5) Do not support contact via Bluetooth in MIUI 14.

Step-by-step:

1. On Honor, open Contacts, select the required entries (or click Allow).
2. Click Share → Bluetooth and select Xiaomi from the list of devices.
3. On Xiaomi, confirm the file acceptance and save the contacts to the desired account.

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Note: When transmitting via Bluetooth, you may miss: - Contact photos (unless they are built into vCard). - User fields (e.g., "Birthday" or "Office"). - Contact notes.

5. Use of third-party applications - for advanced users

If standard methods do not work (for example, when transferring contacts from Honor to Xiaomi with custom firmware), you can use specialized applications.

• 🔄 Copy My Data – Transfers contacts over Wi-Fi without clouds.
• 📱 Contacts Backup & Restore – Creates backups to.vcf or.xml.
• ☁️ My Contacts Backup – synchronize contacts via email.

Example of transfers via Copy My Data:

1. Install the app on both phones.
2. On Honor, select Send Contacts. → To Another Device.
3. On Xiaomi, click Receive Data and scan QR-code.
4. Confirm the transmission and wait for completion.

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Note: Some applications (such as Super Backup) require root access to work with system contacts. On Xiaomi with MIUI, this can lead to a warranty reset.

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The side of the application is convenient for transferring contacts between devices with different OSes (for example, with Honor on the iPhone), but require caution when choosing - some contain advertising or collect data.

Comparison of methods of transfer of contacts

To find the best way to do this, check out the table below, and we've evaluated each method for speed, reliability and data security.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even when you follow the instructions, you have problems.-5 errors and ways of solving them:

1. Contacts are not synced with Google

• 🔍 Check if synchronization is enabled in your account settings.
• 🔄 Reboot both phones.
• 📱 Delete and re-add your Google account to Xiaomi.

2.VCF file does not open on Xiaomi

• 📁 Check the file extension (should be.vcf, not.txt).
• 📱 Install the app VCF Viewer from Google Play.
• 🔄 Export contacts in parts (by 500-1000 record).

3 Bluetooth is not finding Xiaomi

• 🔄 Enable Visibility for Everyone in Bluetooth Settings on Xiaomi.

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Note: If contacts are missing after transfer to Xiaomi, check the settings of the Contacts app: open Settings → Display Contacts → Show photos.

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