How to Transfer Call Logs from Android to Android? 5 Productive Ways

"I bought a new phone which needed a new SIM. I did a backup of the old phone to Google Drive. When the data was copied from the old phone to the new phone, call history was not copied across". -- from Android Help

To stay abreast of technological advancements and utilize the enhanced features of their devices, many phone enthusiasts, particularly those with Android phones, tend to replace their mobile phones quite often. Consequently, it is not unusual for these users to require synchronization of essential files, such as call history, between two Android devices.

This tutorial aims to work out how to transfer call logs from Android to Android with greater ease by presenting 4 effective methods for file migration.

Watch the video below for a visual guide to this topic.

#1: Transfer Call Logs from Android to Android in One Tap

To transfer files between two mobile phones, the easiest and quickest method is to use professional software for help. Here you can try out MobiKin Transfer for Mobile (Windows and Mac). This is a powerful tool that enables you to sync data like contacts, text messages, photos, call logs, music, videos, apps, calendar and more.

It is worth mentioning that this software is perfectly compatible with virtually all Android and iOS devices running the latest Android 17 or iOS 27 as of 2026. And it always values users' privacy.

The instructions supplied for this product are easy to follow because they are clearly written and provided in a simple 1-2-3 transmission process. Just download its Windows or Mac version for free and keep on reading the user guide:

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How do I transfer my call log from Android to Android via MobiKin Transfer for Mobile?

Step 1. Run the software

Start the great phone transfer program on your computer, and you will see the window as follows. Use two USB cables to connect your two Android phones to the computer via USB cables, respectively. Make sure that both phones can be successfully detected by following the on-screen prompts.

Step 2. Choose Call Logs

In the main window, you will see the program displayed as follows. You can see the data of your two Android phones displayed on the interface. (Ensure the source phone is the one with the files to be transfered. Or else, click the "Flip" button). Next, mark the "Call Logs" folder.

Step 3. Transfer call logs from Android to Android

Finally, click the "Start Copy" button to begin the transmission. During the process, you ought not disconnect either device until the transmission completes.

Video Tutorial: For a vivid transfer experience, please click the video below.

#2: Export Call History from Android to Android via Assistant for Android

Except for the phone transfer tool, you have another choice: MobiKin Assistant for Android (Win and Mac). By using this tool, you are able to export the call logs, SMS, contacts, media, apps, etc., from Android to a computer as a backup and then import the exported data from your PC to the new Android when you need it.

Meanwhile, it also allows you to manage the phone data on a computer. Compared with the first program, this one would be indirect but more multifunctional.

How do I transfer my call history to a new phone Android with MobiKin Assistant for Android?

Step 1. Connect your source Android phones to a computer

At first, connect your old Android phone to the computer with a USB cable and launch the program. Then, you should go with the prompts to enable USB debugging on your phone to let the program recognize your device.

Step 2. Export Android call logs to PC

Click the options "Contacts"> "Call Logs" on the main interface and select the wanted records in the right panel. Now, you should tap on the "Export" option from the top screen to save the files to your computer.

Step 3. Import call history from PC to new Android

After that, please disconnect your old phone, plug another one into the computer, and get it recognized. Next, tap on "Contacts"> "Call Logs" in the left panel again and choose "Import" from the menu to view, select and copy the wanted call logs to the linked phone.

#3: Move Call Logs from Android to Android via SMS Backup & Restore

Just as its name says, SMS Backup & Restore is good at backing up and restoring text messages and call logs. But apart from that, it also supports fast transfers between two phones over Wi-Fi. Below is the transfer process:

Step 1. Set the sending and receiving device - Download and install the app on both devices and launch it. Next, tap "Transfer" on both Android phones. Then, on the sending phone, select the option "Send from this phone" and click "Receive on this phone" on the receiving one.

Step 2. Pair the devices - After that, the sender will scan for nearby devices and send an invite to the recipient. While receiving the invite, the receiver should click the "Accept" button to continue.

Step 3. Back up the call logs & messages - Next, go to the sending phone and choose "Transfer text messages and call logs from the current state of your phone" to let the source device start backing up the call logs and messages.

Step 4. Accept and restore calls - Now, click on the "Accept and Restore" button on the receiving phone and set this app as the default messaging application (you can change it later). Then, the sender will begin the transfer, and you will receive a success message when the transmission ends. (SMS Backup & Restore won't work?)

#4: Copy Call History from Android Phone to Android via Google Account

With Google Drive, you can sync all your call logs from your old phone to the cloud server and then restore them to your new device. But to do this, ensure to meet the following requirements:

• Download and install Google Drive on both your phones;
• You have a valid Google account.
• Both the old and new devices must be signed in with the same Google account.

Now that we're familiar with these considerations, let's demonstrate how to use a Google account for call log transfer:

Step 1. Back up the old phone's call history to Google Drive

Open Google Drive on your old phone and then go to "Menu"> "Settings"> "Backup". Here you will be asked to add your Google account if you haven't added it. Then, mark "Call History" to back up and hit "Start Backup" to sync the files to Google Drive.

Step 2. Sign in to the same account on your new phone

Now, you can power on your new Android phone (or the one you just did a factory data reset) and sign in to the Google Drive with the same account. Subsequently, you can find the "Backups" option to view or download the call logs without any limits.

#5: Migrate Call Logs from Android to Android by Bluetooth

Have a handful of call history to transfer? Try Bluetooth. However, this service might have limitations on the amount of data that can be transferred in one go. And it is relatively slow compared to other methods like Wi-Fi Direct or USB connections.

How to copy call history from Android phone using Bluetooth?

• On both Android devices, go to "Settings > Connections > Bluetooth" and turn on Bluetooth.
• Pair the devices by selecting the other phone from the available devices list.



• Open the Call Log app on your old Android device.
• Select the call logs you want to transfer.
• Tap the "Share" icon and choose "Bluetooth".



• Select your new Android device from the list of paired devices.
• On your new Android device, accept the incoming transfer request.

These are all the quick methods you can utilize to transfer call logs from one Android phone to another. If you have any problems or any new ideas about this tutorial, please feel free to let us know below. Finally, let's see some Q&A about call logs on Android.

Frequently Asked Questions about Android Call History Management or Transfer

Q1. Does Google keep all of my call history forever?

No! Google does not keep all call history forever. For example, the Google Phone app automatically deletes call history after 10 days. Additionally, Android devices typically limit call history to the last 500 calls, after which older entries are deleted.

Q2. How to view the call history for a specific phone number?

• Open the Phone app on your Android phone.
• Go to the Recents tab. (This tab shows your recent call history.)
• Search for the contact or number.
• Tap on the contact or number to view it.

Q3. Can I transfer call logs with an official tool?

Some manufacturers offer their own transfer tools. For instance, the Samsung Smart Switch or Huawei Phone Clone can transfer call logs along with other data when moving between devices from the same manufacturer.

Q4. Can I transfer call history from Android to iPhone?

Some transfer methods support call-history migration, but compatibility and the data that can be transferred depend on the devices and software.

Q5. Will transferred call history include incoming and outgoing calls?

Usually, supported transfer methods can preserve incoming, outgoing, and missed call records.

Q6. Can I transfer call history without losing the existing records?

Some methods can merge transferred records with existing data, while others may overwrite or replace certain information.

Q7. Will call history keep its original dates after transfer?

Compatible transfer methods can preserve call details such as phone numbers, call types, and timestamps.

Q8. Why didn't my call history transfer to the new phone?

Possible causes include unsupported devices, incomplete backups, insufficient permissions, outdated software, or an interrupted transfer.

Q9. Can I transfer call history from an old Android phone that no longer works?

If the phone is completely inaccessible, direct transfer may not work. A previous Google backup or another existing backup may provide an alternative.

Q10. Does transferring call history require root access?

Usually not. Most standard transfer methods do not require rooting the Android device.

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