Transferring contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro is the biggest headache for many iPhone users. No matter how hard you try, it’s impossible to do without syncing data from iTunes or iCloud backup. However, if you only need to transfer contacts from iPhone to Mac computer, there are some easier ways as you can see below:
Option 1: Transfer Contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro via iCloud
Unfortunately, many people are so naive that they don’t know how to save their contacts on a computer. It’s estimated that only about 20% of iPhone users have ever made a backup for their data, while some even erase all the contacts on their iPhone just because they mistakenly deleted one contact.
If you’re more unfortunate enough to have fallen into either of the 2 categories, don’t worry. We have other efficient ways to solve your data loss problem.
For example, you can transfer contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro via iCloud syncing function. But there’s one thing you need to know: you’ll only be able to do this if you’ve enabled “iCloud” on your iPhone.
Step 1. Go to “Settings” on your iPhone, scroll down the list and tap “iCloud”. If iCloud is already enabled, skip this step. Otherwise, you’ll be asked whether you want to activate iCloud or not. Of course, tap “Activate”. Don’t forget to enter your Apple ID password.
Step 2. Go to “Mail, Contacts, Calendars” and make sure your iCloud account is added if not already. If it is there, skip this step.
Step 3. On your iPhone, go to “Settings” again and scroll down the list until you find an option called “Contacts”. Tap on it then you can choose to have your contacts saved on iCloud.
Now, the contacts on your iPhone are synced with those on iCloud. To access them from MacBook Pro, all you need is opening My Computer by clicking “start” then typing in “%userprofile%\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync”. Press Enter and go into another folder called “Backup”.
Here, you’ll find the file that contains your iCloud contacts. Just copy and paste it into your Contacts on your New MacBook Pro.
Option 2: Transfer Contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro via iTunes
If you’re not allowed to install iCloud on an iPhone or if you don’t like this method for some reasons, you can also transfer contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro via iTunes.
Step 1: Connect your iPhone to the computer. Then open iTunes and select your iPhone in the menu on the left.
Step 2: Click on “Info” then select “Sync Contacts With” and choose “Google Contacts”. Or you can directly press “Ctrl” and “S”.
Step 3: Wait for a while until the contacts are successfully transferred from iPhone to MacBook Pro. If you want to make sure all of your iPhone contacts are saved on Google Contacts, check the contacts you want one by one after sync is finished.
Option 3: Transfer Contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro via Third-party Software
There are many third-party software programs that can help you solve the problem. They usually come with a user-friendly interface and efficient performance, so there’s no need for you to feel confused when using them. You can try those mentioned below:
SharePod
SharePod is an audio / media management program capable of transferring iPhone files to Mac. You can use it to transfer Contacts between iOS and Mac computer as well.
After downloading and installing it on your MacBook Pro and launching, connect your iPhone and you will be able to access all of the data there, including photos, music, contacts, videos etc.
PhoneView
PhoneView is an iOS management program that is able to transfer contacts from iPhone back to MacBook Pro. But you need to make sure your iPhone is recognized by the program before doing so, which means you must install it on your new MacBook Pro first and then plug in your iPhone for connection.
Troubleshooting Contacts And Media File Transfer Errors
Even the most tech-savvy people suffer setbacks when it comes to transferring contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro. You might come across different kinds of errors, for example, an unknown error has occurred or the device is locked.
Most of these are usually caused by bad connections between your iPhone and Mac computer. To prevent further problems, you should make sure both devices are plugged in correctly and every cable is connected firmly.
And if you’ve already tried all of the above ways to transfer contacts from iPhone to MacBook Pro successfully, but still fail in the end, probably your computer is too old or your iOS device can’t have enough power for regular functions anymore. In this case, one good solution would be updating both devices’ software so that they can run on an up-to-date operating system.
Why are my iCloud contacts not syncing with my Mac?
When your iCloud contacts are not syncing with your Mac, it can cause a great deal of frustration. The fix will depend on the reason behind it, but there are some troubleshooting steps you can try.
If you’re unable to get any of your iCloud contacts onto your Mac computer, make sure that all of them are saved in iCloud and not in another account had been created on your iPhone before. Otherwise, they won’t be syncing with any other devices.
For those who are using the same Apple ID on different devices, such as an iPhone and a Mac computer, you can use iCloud to sync your contacts across these devices. But if you’re trying to do it manually by uploading one contact at a time, make sure that each device is logged in under the same Apple ID.
How can I get my iCloud contacts to sync with my Mac computer?
If you’re looking for a way to get your iCloud contacts syncing with your Mac, you should try using the iCloud Control Panel app on your computer. This is a utility Apple specifically created to manage and sync data on iCloud so it’s not surprising that this works for contacts too.
If your iCloud data can’t be synced with any other device, make sure it’s turned on and the account is active by referring to these steps:
Open System Preferences and click iCloud. Check if Contacts is turned on and you’re logged in using the right Apple ID; Make sure the contact field says “On My Mac” in the contacts list. If it doesn’t, you should delete all iCloud contacts on your computer and upload them once again using iCloud for Windows.
How do I transfer contacts from my old iPhone?
If you want to transfer contacts from your old iPhone (not MacBook Pro) to your new one, all you need is to open your Computer, connect your iPhone and access the contact list. Then, you can either copy-and-paste the data or upload them to iCloud for Windows (or Mac) and download it directly to your new Apple device.
How can I transfer contacts from my Android?
When transferring contacts between an Android device and a MacBook Pro, it’s best to use an app to sync your phone with your Mac. There are several apps that let users transfer contacts between their Apple and Android device, but some of the most popular ones include PhoneCopy for iOS or Contacts Sync for Android/Mac.
How do I transfer my iPhone contacts to my new MacBook Pro?
To get all of your contacts transferred quickly and easily, you should use an app or service that would let you upload all of the necessary data directly to iCloud for Windows (or Mac) and download it to your new Apple device.
PhoneCopy is one of these apps, which lets iOS users sync their contacts across different platforms including Android, iPhone, iPad, Microsoft phones & tablets or any smart phone that runs on Windows or Mac operating systems.
PhoneCopy can be used to transfer contacts in just a few simple steps:
Launch PhoneCopy for iOS and sign up/login with your Google account if needed; Download PhoneCopy for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad from the App Store; Open PhoneCopy on your computer or laptop and login with the same Google account you used on your iOS device; Connect your iPhone via USB and PhoneCopy will detect it automatically if the software is installed correctly. If not, follow these steps to set up the connection manually; All of your contacts should be synced within minutes.
