Transfer data from a cloud backup

You can use a cloud backup if you have a backup of a previous device and no longer have the device, or don’t want to use it to directly transfer to your new Pixel.

Learn how to transfer data and restore from a backup.

Copy data from your cloud backup

You can restore all or chosen data categories from a cloud backup during initial setup.

Pixel 9 and later: If you prefer to do the rest later, or experienced issues during initial setup, then you can restore after initial setup.

During initial setup

Step 1: Sign in to your Google Account

1. On the "Set up Using Another Device" screen, tap Skip.
2. Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
3. Sign in to your Google Account.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions.
   • Make sure to agree to Terms of Service.
   • If you've inserted a physical sim, you’ll automatically connect to a mobile network. If not, you’ll have the option to add an e-sim or skip.

Step 2: Set up security features for your device

1. Set up a pin.
2. Set up Fingerprint Unlock.
3. Set up Face Unlock.

Step 3: Restore your data

1. When asked to "Restore data from an old device," tap the device you want to restore your data from.
2. On the "Confirm your old Pixel screen lock” screen, tap Next.
3. Choose what data you want to copy.
4. Tap Restore.

After initial setup (Pixel 9 & later)

Important: You can only restore data from one previous device. If you want to restore from a different device, first reset your Pixel phone.

1. Open your device’s Settings app.
2. Tap Back up or copy data Copy data Start.
3. If you used another device to transfer data, scan the QR code through the old device.
   • If you didn’t use another device to transfer data, you can choose a device to copy data from.
4. Choose the data you want to transfer over.
5. Tap Copy.

Tips:

• If errors occur during data transfer, try again to retrieve missing data types. Learn what does and doesn’t transfer during post-setup data transfer.
• If you haven't set up your backup, learn how to back up data on your Pixel phone.

Back up your previously restored data

You can back up your previously restored data when you either:

• Set up a new device.
• Add additional data from your back up at any time from Settings.

Related resources

• Back up or restore data on your Pixel phone
• Transfer files between your computer and Pixel phone