How to Import Contacts from Gmail to iPhone [3 Options]

Read this article and find out how to import contacts from Gmail to iPhone with three options: transferring with FoneTool, syncing via Settings, using iCloud.

By @Clara Last Updated December 13, 2024

Gmail accounts usually contain important contacts such as family, friends, and business partners. If you need to switch phones or sync contacts between devices, there is necessary to know how to import contacts from Gmail to iPhone.

In this article, we list a step-by-step guide on how to get contacts from Gmail on iPhone using different methods. With the comprehensive guidance, you can enjoy a smooth transfer of all important contacts.

Option 1. Easy and Quick to Transfer Contacts from Gmail to iPhone

If you are looking for a quick, easy and offline solution to transfer Google contacts to iPhone, FoneTool is your best choice. Just simply export your contacts from Gmail to your computer, and then use FoneTool to transfer the files to your iPhone directly.

Now, you can follow below steps to learn how to import contacts from Gmail to iPhone.

>> How to Export Contacts from Gmail on Computer

Step 1. Go to contacts.google.com to access your Google Contacts at first. Or you can visit the Contacts section from Gmail.

Step 2. From the left panel, choose More > Export > Select vCard > Tap the Export button to download Google Contacts from Gmail to PC.

>> How to Transfer Gmail Contacts from PC to iPhone

After you save Google contacts, you can learn how to transfer Google contacts to iPhone with FoneTool.

 FoneTool combines more features in one: ► 1-Cllick Transfer: You can send all (unlimited) contacts in one click without data loss. ► Fast Transfer Speed: Quickly transfer 100 contacts from PC to iPhone within seconds. ► Offline Transfer: USB connection provides stable and safety process without Internet. ► Multiple Formats Choice: It supports exporting contacts to iPhone in vCard or CSV. ► Wide Functions: You can also transfer photos, ringtones, music, videos, etc. from PC to iPhone.

Step 1. Download and run FoneTool > Connect your iPhone to the PC with a USB cable.

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Step 2. Navigate to Phone Transfer > Choose PC to iPhone > Tap Start Transfer.

Step 3. Tap Contacts > Click + icon to choose the contacts saved before > Click Start Transfer to add contacts to iPhone.

In addition to transfer contacts to iPhone, you can also transfer ringtones from computer to iPhone. Just choose Ringtones icon from PC to iPhone page > Select the ringtones from your PC and tap Start Transfer. Then you can find the files on your iPhone ringtones settings directly!

Option 2. Sync Contacts from Gmail to iPhone on Settings

Also, by using iPhone Settings, you can easily sync data directly from Google to your iPhone. And any updates made on either device will be reflected on devices logged in to the same account.

 Notes:

  • Make sure your Gmail account is added to your iPhone.
  • This method requires an active internet connection to sync.
  • If you have a large number of contacts, the process may take several minutes to complete.

Here is how to transfer Google contacts to iPhone via Settings:

Step 1. On your iPhone, open Settings app > Scroll down and tap Contacts.

Step 2. Tap Accounts > Tap the Add Account icon.

Step 3. Select Google > Sign in with your Gmail credentials.

Step 4. Toggle on Contacts to enable synchronization > Tap Save.

Option 3. Download Contacts from Gmail to iPhone via iCloud

If you prefer to use iCloud for syncing, you can use it to download contacts from Gmail to iPhone. Here we will introduce two ways to sync Gmail contacts with iPhone via iCloud: adding them to iPhone directly through the iCloud website and using FoneTool.

How to Sync Google Contacts to iPhone via iCloud.com

First, you need to download contacts from Gmail to PC, you can refer to the guide in Option 1: >> How to Export Contacts from Gmail on Computer. After that, let’s learn how to sync contacts from Gmail to iPhone via iCloud.com.

Step 1. Open the iCloud website > Sign in your iCloud account > Choose and tap Contacts.

Step 2. Click on the Settings tab from the window > Choose the Import vCard.

Step 3. Then preview and choose the saved contacts file from Gmail.

Step 4. Tap Open to import contacts to iCloud.

Step 5. On your iPhone, open Settings > [your name] > Contacts > Enable the sync option.

How to Add Google Contacts to iPhone on PC Directly

In addition to helping you transfer data between iPhone and computer, FoneTool also provides iCloud data management service. You can wirelessly add contacts to iCloud from your computer directly, and then sync them to your iPhone.

Manage iCloud Data on PC Directly

Compare with iCloud.com, FoneTool has more features:

  • Faster than iCloud's web upload or download speed.
  • User-friendly interface, simple and stable operation.
  • Easily upload, download or delete iCloud data on your computer.
  • Quickly sync iCloud data from one Apple account to another.

Follow the guide to learn how to send contacts from Gmail to iPhone with iCloud data manager.

Step 1. Open FoneTool > Go to My iCloud from the left panel > Log in your Apple ID > Choose Manage iCloud.

Step 2. Select Contacts > Tap Upload to select the files you download from Gmail.

Step 3. On your iPhone, enable the iCloud > Contacts is turn on. Then you can find the Gmail contacts on your Contacts app.

If you want to download contacts from iCloud to PC, just tap Download button and follow the screen guide. This tool allows you to preview and selectively choose your contacts.

Conclusion

That’s all about how to import contacts from Gmail to iPhone. You can choose the method that suits you best. With FoneTool, an all-in-one tool, you can transfer directly between iPhone and PC, or sync contacts via iCloud. It makes transferring contacts quick and easy.