How to Backup Android Phone to PC/Google

Android phones have become increasingly important in our lives. With it, we can make calls, sent messages, take photos and even chat online effortlessly. However, some unexpected situations such as accidental deletion, device rooting, factory settings restoration, software crash, and virus attack always let you be taken by surprise. Therefore, it's essential to know how to backup Android to prevent data loss.

Part1. Backup Android to Google

Android has the capacity to backup all of your stuff for you. If you have a Google Account, then you can backup Android app data, contacts, calendar, Gmail, chrome and more to Google Account by syncing. Here is the simple guide on how it works.

Step1. On your Android, tap Apps > Setting > Backup & reset.
Step2. Swipe on Backup my data and Automatic restore.
Step3. Return to the main Setting menu and click Accounts & Sync.
Step4. Log into or add your Google account then check off all options.
Step5. Tap Sync now from the top right corner of your screen.

Note: The method will differ slightly depending on which device you are using and your operating system, but the main steps will remain the same.

Also Read: Android Data Recovery – How to Recover Deleted Files from Android

Part2. Backup Android to Computer

Gihosoft Mobile Phone Transfer is a professional Android file manager, which can not only allow you backup Android contacts, SMS, call logs, calendar, photos, music, videos and more to PC, but also enables you to restore backup files to any device whenever necessary. Meanwhile, it provides support for multiple Android devices, such as Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+, One Plus 5, Moto Z/Play, Sony Xperia XZ Premium, HTC U11, Lenovo P2, Google Pixel, LG G6 etc. Read on to learn how to the backup Android phone.

Step1. Run Mobile Phone Transfer and get into Backup Your Phone channel.
Step2. Turn on USB debugging on Android and connect it to PC via USB cable.
Step3. Select the file you wanna to backup on Android and then tap on Start Copy.

Note: Please do not disconnect your Android to PC during the process of backing up.
As for restoring backup files, just on the backup basis getting into Restore Data option instead.

Except for Android backup, Gihosoft Mobile Phone Transfer can also backup iPhone. If you are an iPhone user, you can refer to How to Export & Backup Contacts on iPhone 7/6S/6/SE/5S.