How to Transfer Files from PC to iPhone without iTunes 2024

It is very convenient to use iTunes to sync photos, videos, and other files. However, because of the strict and closed-source Apple system, sometimes, iTunes can't help users to transfer files from Windows PC.

Besides, iTunes can’t selectively back up your files, so it can take up lots of space to back up all your iPhone data. Its illogical interface and complex operations also make users annoyed.

How to transfer files from PC to iPhone without iTunes? Just keep on reading and choose the most suitable way to meet your needs!

Method 1. How to transfer files from computer to iPhone [Free & Professional]

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Step 1. Connect iPhone to computer without iTunes

Connect your iPhone to the Windows PC via a reliable USB cable > Tap Trust on your iPhone to continue.

Step 2. Launch the PC to iPhone file transfer app

Launch AOMEI FoneBackup. And click Phone Transfer, locate PC to iPhone and click Get Started.

Step 3. Select data to transfer from PC to iPhone

Click the folder icon to add files or drag and drop files you want to import to your iPhone.

Step 4. Start Windows transfer file to iPhone

Then just hit Start Transfer at the button corner of the interface to manually transfer files from PC to iPhone, including photos, videos, music, etc.

Then just wait for the process to be finished, and all the selected files will be transferred to your iPhone.

Method 2. How to transfer files from PC to iPhone without iTunes - iCloud

iCloud is a cloud-based service provided by Apple allowing you to share files across different devices with one Apple ID. And Apple launched iCloud App for Windows. And you can download it on a Windows computer to access, manage, and transfer your iCloud files. You can learn how to transfer data from PC to iPhone without iTunes from here.

Step 1. Download Windows iCloud from the Microsoft Store, and install it.

Step 2. Then you may need to restart your PC. Then launch iCloud for Windows, and sign in with your Apple ID.

Step 3. Choose “iCloud Drive”, “Photos”, “Bookmarks” or other features according to the files you want to transfer. Then click “Apply”. And you can access and manage your iCloud backup file.

Step 4. When you use iCloud firstly on your Windows, it would create an iCloud folder in File Explorer. Open the iCloud folder on File Explorer, and drag and drop files into the folder.

Step 5. Make sure your iPhone is signed in with the same Apple ID. Then, you will see the files will be in sync with your iPhone.

Method 3. How to finish PC to iPhone file transfer online - Dropbox

To import files from Windows PC to iPhone, Dropbox is also useful. But it's important to note that Dropbox only offers 2 GB of free storage.

Step 1. Install Dropbox on both your iPhone and computer. Then log in with the same account.

Step 2. On your PC: Launch Dropbox > Sign in with your account > Access the main interface click Upload > File to choose the data you need, then click Open to begin the task.

Step 3. On your iPhone: Open Dropbox > Log in with the same account > Locate the synced file that you uploaded from the PC and press the “Three Dots” icon on it. Tap Save to Device and select Save to File from the next list to copy files from PC to iPhone.

Method 4. How to transfer files from Windows to iPhone wirelessly - Google Drive

If Dropbox's free storage is not enough, then you could use Google Drive to transfer files from computer to iPhone wirelessly.

As a cloud-based platform developed by Google to facilitate its users with the consolidation of personal/business data in one place, Google Drive offers 15 GB of free storage for everyone.

Step 1. Log in to your Google Drive from your PC > Tap on My Drive to continue. When you tap on New, a popup menu will open, asking for options for uploading files.

Step 2. According to your needs, you can choose Upload Files or Upload Folder.

Step 3. Once the transfer is finished, you can go to Google Drive on your iPhone > Log in with the same account to access your files from iPhone.

Bonus: How to transfer files from PC to iPhone with iTunes

Step 1. Connect your device to your computer with a USB cable > Launch the iTunes app.

Step 2. Click the Device button near the top left of the iTunes window > Click File Sharing.

Step 3. In the list on the left, select the app on your device that you want to transfer a file to > View the documentation for your apps > Click Add, select the file you want to transfer, then click Add.

Conclusion

Now you can know how to transfer files from PC to iPhone without iTunes. This passage gives you 4 ways to make it.

• To move files from PC to iPhone using USB cable, AOMEI FoneBackup's fast transfer speed and easy-to-use interface will save lots of time.
• To transfer data from PC to iPhone without iTunes wirelessly, iCloud, Dropbox or Google Drive will help you a lot.

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