How to Move Google Fi to a New Phone

To move Google Fi, open the Fi app on the new phone and follow the steps to activate it, using eSIM transfer or your SIM card. Back up the old phone first.

Check compatibility

Google Fi works on many Android phones and iPhones. Google's Fi website lists supported phones and which ones work with eSIM. An unlocked phone is needed if you bought it elsewhere.

Moving with eSIM

1. Install the Google Fi app on the new phone and sign in.
2. Follow the steps to activate the phone; it may offer to transfer service from your old phone.
3. Confirm on the old phone if asked.
4. Wait for the new phone to show service.

Moving with a physical SIM

1. Power off the old phone.
2. Move the Fi SIM into the new phone.
3. Open the Fi app and confirm activation.

Moving your data

Google Voice and Fi

If your Fi number was once a Google Voice number, Voice features now run through Fi. Calls and texts can also appear in the Messages and Phone apps on the new phone.

After switching

• Make a test call and send a text.
• Check that two-factor codes arrive.
• Move authenticator apps before resetting the old phone.
• Turn Wi-Fi calling on again.

Protect your number

Fi offers account protection against number transfers. Turn it on in the Fi app so nobody can move your number to another carrier without your approval. See transfer PINs explained.

Problems

If service does not start within an hour, restart the phone and check the Fi app for messages. Fi support is reachable in the app.

Selling the old phone

Remove the Fi eSIM from the old phone if it is still listed, sign out of your Google account, and factory reset it. This stops the new owner seeing your messages or receiving your codes.

Data-only SIMs and watches

Fi data-only SIMs for tablets and smartwatch plans are managed separately in the Fi app. Moving your phone does not move them; update them if you replace those devices too.

FAQ

How do I move Google Fi to a new phone?

Use the Fi app on the new phone to activate it.

Does Google Fi support eSIM?

Yes, on supported phones.

Does my Fi number change?

No.

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