How To Back Up iPhone Contacts To A Google Account

Method 1: Using iCloud

1. Ensure iCloud Sync is enabled:
   • On your, go to “Settings.”
   • Tap on your Apple ID at the top of the screen.
   • Select “iCloud.”
   • Toggle the “Contacts” switch to the ON position.
2. Export Contacts to vCard:
   • Open a web browser on your computer and go to iCloud.com.
   • Sign in with your Apple ID.
   • Click on “Contacts.”
   • Press “Command + A” (on Mac) or “Ctrl + A” (on Windows) to select all contacts.
   • Click on the gear icon in the lower-left corner and choose “Export vCard.”
   • Save the vCard file to your computer.
3. Import vCard into Google Contacts:
   • Go to Google Contacts (contacts.google.com) and log in with your Google account.
   • Click on “Import” on the left sidebar.
   • Choose the vCard file you exported from iCloud and click “Import.”

Method 2: Using Settings on iPhone

1. Add Google Account to iPhone:
   • Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
   • Scroll down and select “Mail.”
   • Tap “Accounts” and then “Add Account.”
   • Choose “Google” and sign in with your Google account.
2. Sync Contacts with Google:
   • Once your Google account is added, make sure the “Contacts” toggle is turned ON.
3. Check Google Contacts:
   • Open the Google Contacts app or go to contacts.google.com to verify that your iPhone contacts are now synced with your Google account.

By following either of these methods, you’ll have successfully backed up your iPhone contacts to your Google account. This ensures that your contacts are accessible and can be easily transferred to other devices.