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How to Transfer Samsung Notes to an iPhone

Maira Mehtab Sep 22, 2026 872 views

Question details

The user needs a method to migrate notes from the Samsung Notes app on an Android device to a new iPhone.

Product: Samsung Notes
Device & OS: Android, iOS
Scenario: Moving data and notes from an Android phone to a newly purchased iPhone.
Observed behavior: Samsung Notes do not automatically transfer to the iPhone during standard data migration, leaving the user unable to access their notes on the new device.

Before you start

Ensure you have an active Microsoft account and a stable internet connection on both your Samsung device and your new iPhone before beginning the transfer process.

Solution 1Recommended

Sync Samsung Notes using Microsoft OneNote

The most seamless way to access your Samsung Notes on an iPhone is by connecting your app to a Microsoft account and syncing them to OneNote.

Samsung has integrated Microsoft OneNote synchronization directly into the Samsung Notes app. This allows your notes to automatically appear in the OneNote app on any other device, including your new iPhone.

Enable Sync on Samsung Device

Open the Samsung Notes app on your Android phone, tap the menu icon (three lines), and go to Settings. Tap on 'Sync to Microsoft OneNote'.

Sign In to Microsoft

Select Folders to Sync

Choose the specific note folders you wish to synchronize with your Microsoft account to initiate the upload process.

Access Notes on iPhone

Download the Microsoft OneNote app from the App Store on your iPhone. Sign in using the exact same Microsoft account. Allow the app to refresh, and your synced Samsung Notes will appear in your OneNote feed.

Verification Tip: You can also verify that your notes have successfully synced by logging into OneNote Online or OneDrive via a web browser before setting up the app on your iPhone.

Solution 2

Export Notes Manually as Files

If you do not want to use a Microsoft account, you can manually export your notes as universally supported files and send them to your iPhone.

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Use WPS Office to Organize Exported Notes

If you choose to export your Samsung Notes as Word documents or PDFs, WPS Office provides the perfect cross-platform solution to read, edit, and organize them on your new iPhone.

1. Export Samsung Notes: Select your important notes in the Samsung Notes app and export them as Word documents or PDFs.
2. Upload to WPS Cloud: Open the WPS Office app on your Android device, log in, and upload your exported notes to your WPS Cloud space.
3. Access on iPhone: Download WPS Office on your iPhone, sign in with the same account, and instantly view or edit your notes from anywhere.

Seamless cloud sync between Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac devices.Perfect compatibility with Microsoft Word formats and PDFs exported from Samsung Notes.Advanced document editing and annotation tools built right into your mobile device.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why didn't my Samsung Notes transfer to my iPhone using the Move to iOS app?

The 'Move to iOS' application successfully transfers standard data like contacts, messages, and photos, but it cannot convert proprietary app data from Samsung Notes into Apple Notes. You must use manual exports or a third-party syncing service like Microsoft OneNote.

Can I open Samsung Notes files (.sdoc) directly on my iPhone?

No, the .sdoc file format is proprietary to Samsung and cannot be natively opened on iOS devices. You must export the notes to universally supported formats, such as PDF or Word, before sending them to your iPhone.

Is Microsoft OneNote free to use for syncing Samsung Notes?

Yes, Microsoft OneNote is completely free to download and use on both Android and iOS devices. You only need to create a free Microsoft account to enable the cloud synchronization.

Is there a way to transfer Samsung Notes directly to Apple Notes?

There is no automated, direct sync button between Samsung Notes and Apple Notes. To get them into Apple Notes, you must export your Samsung Notes as text files, send them to your iPhone, and manually copy and paste the text into the Apple Notes app.

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