How to Transfer Data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID

This guide will show you how to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID. Whether you want to transfer everything or selected files, you will find a way to do it here.

By @Lena Last Updated September 11, 2024

Can You Transfer Data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID?

Apple iCloud lets us share data between two iPhones with the same Apple ID. This makes data transfer secure on the one hand, but on the other hand, it makes it difficult to transfer data with different Apple ID.

Although not many people mention “how to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID”, it is not an odd question. I guess you may want to transfer data to new iPhone that uses a new Apple account, or want to share files with others, or you forgot your Apple ID, etc. Fortunately, it is possible to transfer from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID. Just keep reading to learn more.

Method 1. How to Transfer Data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID - Best Fast Way

If you have a computer at hand, you can use AOMEI FoneBackup to help you transfer everything or selected files from one iPhone to another.

🌟Highlights:  Fast transfer speed allows you to transfer GBs of data within minutes.  Easy-to-use interface helps you easily finish all iPhone data transfer tasks in a few clicks.  Total USB connections keep all your data safe.  AOMEI FoneBackup runs stably on various Windows systems, so you can efficiently finish the transfer.  All iPhone models and iOS versions can be supported, even the latest iPhone 16 and iOS 18.

Click the download button to get the tool and follow the steps below to transfer data. You can follow guidance in Part 1 to transfer all things from iPhone to iPhone, or go to Part 2 to selectively transfer data as you like.

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Part 1. 1 Click to Transfer iPhone to iPhone without iCloud

The iPhone to iPhone Transfer feature can help you transfer everything from old iPhone to new iPhone, including contacts, call history, text messages, photos, calendars, Safari history and bookmarks, applications (data files, preference), system settings, etc.

Step 1. Launch AOMEI FoneBackup and connect two iPhones via the USB cable.

⚠️Notes:
  • If there is only one USB data cable, you can use the "Full Backup" function in AOMEI FoneBackup to back up old iPhone to PC, and then restore the backup to the new iPhone to realize the switch.

  • This iPhone-to-iPhone transfer will wipe all current data on your target iPhone, so if there is any important data on your new iPhone, you can also go to Phone Backup to back up your iPhone 16 first.

Step 2. On the home interface, choose Phone Transfer and go to iPhone to iPhone.

Step 3. Confirm the target device and the source device and enable backup encryption if you protect private data in the source iPhone. Click Start Transfer. When the transfer is done, your new iPhone will be restarted automatically.

Part 2. Transfer Selected Files from One iPhone to Another without Apple ID

AOMEI FoneBackup can also help you transfer data from iPhone to iPhone after setup or transfer some photos or music with friends. It allows you to preview and select the items you want to transfer and it will not erase any existing data on the target device.

Two steps to complete the transfer: export data from source iPhone to computer > import data to target iPhone from computer.

Section 1. Export Data from Source iPhone to Computer

Step 1. Open AOMEI FoneBackup > Plug in the source iPhone.

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Step 2. On the home interface, click Phone Transfer and go to iPhone to PC.

Step 3. Choose the data you need and click OK to continue. 

Step 4. Confrim the data you need to transfer > Select a path to save your data from the Transfer Settings option > Click Start Transfer to save the selected files to computer.

Step 2. Import Data to Target iPhone from Computer

Step 1. Unplug the source iPhone and plug in the target iPhone > Go to PC to iPhone this time.

Step 2. Click the arrow icon to select the data you exported before > Click Start Transfer to import data to iPhone.

Method 2. Transfer Data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID Wirelessly

If you do not have a computer at hand, you may use iOS version of AOMEI FoneBackup to help you transfer data from one iPhone to another wirelessly.

It can connect two iOS devices that are not far apart. There is no need to connect to WiFi and in addition, it does not consume cellular data. You can let it help you transfer photos, music, videos, contacts or other files in Files app.

1. Go to the download page to get AOMEI FoneBackup for iOS.

2. Connect two iPhones.

  • Open AOMEI FoneBackup on both iPhones and make sure Wi-Fi is turned on.
  • For iOS 14 and above versions, allow AOMEI FoneBackup to find and connect to devices on your local network.
  • For versions below iOS 14, go to Settings > AOMEI FoneBackup > Wireless Data and choose "WLAN" or "WLAN & Cellular Data".
  • Place two iPhones near each other and tap the avatar on either iPhone to establish a connection.

3. Now you can go to File Transfer to start the transfer.

  • Allow AOMEI FoneBackup to access your photos, music, videos, contacts, etc.
  • Select the files you want to transfer and tap Send. You can go to the Transfer Records to check the process.

  • Please keep AOMEI FoneBackup in the foreground on both iPhones during the transfer.
  • You can check the transferred photos and contacts in the Photos app and Contacts app. Other files like songs or videos will be found in Files and you can tap to play.

Final Words

That’s all about how to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone without Apple ID.

  • If you have a computer at hand, you can let AOMEI FoneBackup help you transfer everything or selected files from iPhone to another one from the Windows PC.
  • If you want to transfer data wirelessly, the mobile app of AOMEI FoneBackup is the way to go. It can help you transfer data without consuming cellular data.

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