How To Transfer iCloud Contacts To Android?

To transfer iCloud contacts to an Android device, follow these straightforward methods:

Method 1: Using Third-Party Software (Recommended from YouTube Video)

1. Install a phone backup software like MobileTrans on your computer.
2. Link your Android device to the computer using a USB cable.
3. Choose the "Phone Backup" section within the software's main interface.
4. Restore from iCloud backup:
   • Sign into iCloud with your Apple ID and password.
   • From the left menu, select "Restore from iCloud Backup."
   • Choose the desired iCloud backup file and click "Download."
   • After downloading, view the files categorized into sections such as 'Contacts'.
   • Checkmark the contacts you wish to transfer and click "Restore to Device" to directly restore contacts from iCloud to Android.

Method 2: Manual Process (Using VCF Files)

1. On your iPhone or iPad, ensure iCloud Contacts are enabled: Settings > Your Name > iCloud > Enable Contacts.
2. Export iCloud contacts as .VCF files:
   • Log in to iCloud.com on a computer and access your contacts.
   • Click the gear icon, select "Select All," then click the gear icon again and choose "Export vCard." Save the contacts to your computer.
3. Import the .VCF file(s) to your Android device:

   • Option A: Via Google Contacts

     • Open Google Contacts on your computer and sign in with your Google Account associated with your Android device.
     • Click "Import" and select the saved .VCF file.
     • Once imported, enable contacts syncing on your Android device:
       • Open Settings > Accounts > Google account > Tap your account > Account sync > Turn on Contacts.

   • Option B: Directly to Android via USB Cable

     • Copy the .VCF files from your computer to the internal storage of your connected Android device.
     • Open the Contacts app on your Android device, navigate to its settings, and find the option to import or export contacts.
     • Import the selected .VCF file.

Please note that the second method requires manual handling of the .VCF files, whereas the first method uses dedicated software designed specifically for this purpose. Additionally, consider using apps like "Sync for iCloud Contacts" available on the Google Play Store if you prefer a more automated approach, although user experiences mentioned in the search results suggest caution when choosing this route.