Switch from an Android to your new Pixel in a few simple steps, and pick up where you left off. The Google apps you use every day, like Gmail and Google Maps, are ready to go.
Step 1 of 5
Set up your new Pixel
Important: A Google Account is recommended. Otherwise, some existing apps won’t automatically download on your new Pixel.
Before you switch from an Android device to your Pixel, make sure you have the following items:
- Your fully charged existing Android device on the latest software and its charging cable.
- Tip: Make sure that you turn on Bluetooth and Location Services.
- A strong Wi-Fi connection.
- Your new, fully charged Pixel device.
- The SIM card tool that came with your Pixel (if applicable).
If you use a SIM card, before you turn on your device, use a SIM card tool to eject the tray. Then, insert the SIM card.
Learn more about what apps and data will transfer.
Step 2 of 5
Pair your phones
- Turn on your existing Android phone and your new Pixel.
- On your new Pixel, tap Get Started
Pixel or Android device.
- On your existing Android phone, on the notification, tap Set up. Or, open your camera app manually.
- Tip: If you set up a phone for a child, tap Skip. Learn how to set up a child device.
- For Pixel 8 and later: Scan the QR code.
- To scan the QR code on your new Pixel, use your existing Android phone.
- Continue setup on your new Pixel.
Pixel or Android device.Tip: If your device detects a poor connection between devices, it may prompt you to transfer data through a cable connection.
Step 3 of 5
Prepare your Pixel
Your new Pixel automatically connects to the same Wi-Fi network as your existing Android phone.
Important: If your existing Android phone isn’t connected to Wi-Fi, you’ll be prompted to connect to a Wi-Fi network on your Pixel.
- On your Pixel, enter your existing Android phone’s screen lock.
- Your Google Account begins to transfer to your Pixel device.
- Set up your SIM.
- If available, you can download an eSIM from your carrier.
- If you have a SIM card and didn’t put it in yet, insert it into the SIM card slot tray with a SIM card tool.
- To transfer your SIM card or eSIM to your Pixel, follow the on-screen instructions.
Learn how to set up and use an eSIM.
If you want to set up your Pixel without a SIM or eSIM, tap Skip.
Step 4 of 5
Copy apps & data
Choose what data to copy from your existing Android device, including apps, photos, contacts, and more.
To finish your setup more quickly and to only copy data from your phone that’s not available in your Google Account, tap Express.
To choose what data and apps to copy, tap Customize.
During setup, you can turn on Gemini, your built-in AI assistant on your Pixel. Tap Use Gemini. Learn what you can do with your Gemini mobile app.
Learn more about what apps and data will transfer.
Tip: You can transfer data after setup when you go to the Settings app 
Step 5 of 5
Get support
To learn more about your Pixel or to get in touch, visit the Pixel Phone Help Center.
If you need more help with your Pixel setup:
- Open the Settings app
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- Scroll down.
- Tap Tips & support.
You can learn more about your new device with the Pixel Tips app.
You can also explore the Pixel Simulator, our YouTube channel, or visit the Pixel Help Center.