Here we explain how to transfer the things that are important to you over to a new phone, whether you’re switching from iPhone to iPhone, iPhone to Android, Android to iPhone or Android to Android.

I found a practical solution to a common problem: how to easily, freely, and — most importantly — securely transfer files between my Android phone, Windows desktop, and MacBook Pro.

If you upgraded to a new Android phone and have text messages you don't want to lose, you can transfer them using Google Backup or a third-party app.