Transfer All Passwords to New iPhone 16 - 4 Safe Ways

iPhone 16 has just been released, and you may have been eager to upgrade to this latest device. When you re-download a certain software and log in, you suddenly find that you have forgotten the password. Don't worry, in addition to retrieving the password, you can also transfer password to new iPhone 16 from the old iPhone in one go.

In the following guide, we provide 4 simple and completely safe methods to help you send your saved password to the new iPhone 16. These methods are also suitable for transferring passwords to iPhone 15/14, etc. Let's take a look!

ஐQuick Guide:

✍FoneTool is easy to use, requires third-party software to be installed

✍iTunes is an official Apple tool, but the steps are complicated and time-consuming

✍iCloud Keychain synchronizes data over the Internet, and requires logging in with the same Apple ID

✍AirDrop transfers one password at a time, and multiple passwords require the same steps to be repeated

1-Click Transfer All Saved Passwords to New iPhone 16

When you switch to a new iPhone, do you still re-download every software and log in again? If you mix up your passwords, do you still try to find your passwords again and again? In fact, you can use a simpler method to transfer the data of the old iPhone to the new iPhone, including your applications and passwords.

FoneTool is professional software to transfer old iPhone to new iPhone. With just one click, you can easily transfer passwords/keychains, as well as other data such as mobile apps, files, app settings, etc. to your new iPhone 16.

Now, you can free download FoneTool and follow the guide to transfer all passwords to new iPhone 16 and new Apple ID. Only need 2 steps you can get the passwords easily!

Step 1. Open FoneTool > Tap the Phone Transfer on the left panel > Choose iPhone to iPhone option > Click Get Started.

Step 2. You will see the old iPhone and the new iPhone 16 in this window > Ensure the Backup encryption is encrypted, so your keychain passwords can be transferred to new iPhone > Then hit the Start Transfer button.

Compared with other methods, FoneTool can help you transfer data to the new iPhone faster without network. If you need to selectively transfer some data from the old iPhone, we take the example of transferring iPhone ringtones. You can transfer the ringtones from the old iPhone to the computer first, and then transfer ringtones from the computer to the iPhone 16 easily.

Get Saved Passwords from Old iPhone to New iPhone by iTunes

iTunes is an official iOS data management tool provided by Apple. When you use iTunes to completely migrate your iPhone, your passcode will be transferred to the new iPhone. To transfer passcodes via iTunes, you need to back up your old device first and then restore it to your new iPhone 16.

Steps to move saved passwords to the new iPhone with iTunes:

Step 1. Download and install the latest iTunes > Connect the source iPhone to computer by USB cable.

Step 2. Click the phone icon on iTunes > Check Encrypt local backup, create a password > Then tap Back Up Now. You'll be asked to enter a password to access your backup later, then click Set Password.

Step 3. Wait for it to complete the process > Then unplug your old iPhone, connect your new iPhone to iTunes.

Step 4. Tap the device icon > Choose Restore Backup > Select your encrypted backup.

Step 5. Enter the password > It will transfer everything to new iPhone, include all your passwords.

How to Sync Passwords to New iPhone via iCloud Keychain

Apple offers a dedicated password management system called iCloud Keychain. If you turn on this option on your phone, it allows you to securely store passwords, account details, and credit card numbers. When you switch to a new phone, you can sync these passwords across your other iOS devices.

Steps to how to transfer saved passwords to new iPhone 16:

Step 1. On the old iPhone, open Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Keychain > Toggle to turn on the iCloud Keychain.

Step 2. Then input your Apple ID and Password to continue.

Step 3. On the new iPhone 16, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Keychain, ensure the iCloud Keychain option is turned on.

Step 4. Wait for a while, your all saved passwords will automatically sync from iCloud to your new iPhone 16.

Also Read: How to Achieve iCloud Keychain Sync on iPhone/iPad/Mac/PC

AirDrop Passwords to New iPhone One by One

If you don't have too many saved passwords, you can also choose to use AirDrop to transfer iPhone passwords to a new iPhone. You need to place the two devices near each other and follow the steps below to operate.

How to transfer passwords to new iPhone 16 via AirDrop

Step 1. Go to Control Center > Open Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirDrop on both the old iPhone and the new iPhone 16.

Step 2. On your old iPhone, navigate to Settings > Passwords.

Step 3. Select a password you need > Press and hold the field until you see some options > Then choose AirDrop.

Step 4. On your new iPhone, tap Accept to get the password. If you have multiple passwords you want to transfer, you can repeat the above steps.

Related Question about Transfer Passwords to New iPhone 16

The above article introduces different ways to transfer passwords from an old phone to a new one. If you have any questions or are interested in other questions, you can check out the answers below.

Why didn't all my passwords transfer to my new iPhone?

If some passwords didn't transfer to your new iPhone, there could be several reasons.

• If you're using iCloud Keychain to help you, make sure you're using the same Apple ID on both devices and that iCloud Keychain is enabled.
• If your old device wasn't fully backed up or the backup was incomplete, some passwords might not be included.
• During the transfer process, always check that your old device is running the latest software for best compatibility.

Do Wi-Fi passwords get backed up to iCloud?

Yes, Wi-Fi passwords are included in your iCloud Keychain backup if you have it enabled. When you set up your new iPhone and sign in with your Apple ID, it should automatically sync your saved Wi-Fi passwords along with other keychain data.

Will transferring my passwords affect my security?

Transferring passwords, if done correctly, should not compromise your security. Always ensure you are using secure methods, such as FoneTool. Avoid transferring passwords over unsecured networks, and consider changing your passwords after the transfer for added security.

Conclusion

That’s all about how to transfer passwords to new iPhone 16. Whether you want to transfer all passwords and data at once, or want to transfer some individual passwords selectively, you can find the answer in the article. Compared with other methods, FoneTool provides simpler operation and faster transfer speed. In addition, it also supports the selective transfer of the files you need to computers or other mobile phones with different Apple IDs.