If you just bought a new Android phone, congratulations!

You’re about to experience the world’s most popular mobile operating system.

A backup will help you smoothly transition to your new gear.

Samsung phone with built-in Samsung apps in folder

For more help, we’ve got a detailed guide onhow to back up your Android phone.

Select and back up every item you want to move over to your new Android gadget.

Whether on Android or iOS, backing up your data might take some time.

Gboard’s editing mode on an Android phone.

Once you’re done, it’s time to get going with the setup process.

Here’s an eight-step process you should probably follow.

If you prefer using Wi-Fi, select a Wi-Fi connection and connect to it.

Google Pixel Modes Feature

Or you might pull a backup from your Google account backups.

Up next, you’ll be prompted to go for the data you want to restore.

If you’re coming from iOS, you should know how Google treats your personal data differently from Apple.

phone on desk

If you’re not up for it, we don’t judge, you could simply tap theAcceptbutton.

To patch your default apps:

The key to a successful setup process is prudently following the on-screen instructions.

However, the steps and processes, are at its core, the same.

Inserting SIM and Memory Card into your new Android device

you might customize almost anything if you’re up for it.

There are apps that let youchange almost anything about your phone’s appearance.

Android has a lot to offer, we invite you to explore.

Start screen

A SIM for calls

Selecting a sim for text message

Select a sim for mobile data

Restoring your Backed Up Data on Android

Choosing a backup to restore

Confirm your phone screen lock

Choosing what to restore

You can choose not to restore backup

Welcome Screen to set up Google services

Google services screen

Unlock phone with fingerprint

Unlocking with your face

Skip the Face unlock setting

Set security questions

Checking for updates

Setting up Google Assistant

Updating your default android apps

Update your default android apps

Updating your default android apps