How to Move BGMI to a New Phone is a common question for players switching to a new Android or iPhone. The good news is that your BGMI progress is linked to your game account rather than being tied only to the old phone. If you use the correct linked login on your new device, your character, skins, rank, inventory and other account progress should remain available. KRAFTON’s current privacy policy confirms that BGMI can use third-party accounts such as Google, Apple, Game Center, Twitter and Facebook to identify players.
The safest approach is to verify your linked account before removing BGMI from your old phone, install BGMI on the new device, and sign in using the same account. This guide explains how to move BGMI to a new phone on Android, iPhone and across platforms without accidentally creating a new account.
How to Move BGMI to a New Phone Without Losing Progress
To move BGMI to a new phone, you do not normally need to manually transfer your game files. Instead, install the game on the new device and log in with the same account that you used on the old phone.
Your BGMI account is associated with account information and third-party platforms used for authentication. KRAFTON’s privacy policy specifically lists Google, Apple, Game Center, Twitter and Facebook among the third-party platforms from which it can receive account information.
Before switching phones, check which login method is connected to your BGMI account. This is the most important step because signing in with a different account can open a separate BGMI profile instead of your existing one.
What You Should Check Before Switching
- Confirm the BGMI account you currently use.
- Remember which Google, Apple, Facebook or other supported platform is linked.
- Make sure you can access that account on your new phone.
- Take a screenshot of your BGMI profile and Character ID as an extra precaution.
- Avoid deleting your old account or changing its login details before confirming access on the new device.
- Do not share your account credentials with another person.
KRAFTON has also advised players to link their accounts to more than one social platform as an additional recovery method and warned against account sharing.
Move BGMI From Android to Android
Moving BGMI between 2 Android phones is usually the simplest process.
First, install BGMI on the new Android phone from an official source. Then open the game and choose the same login method that you used on the old phone.
For example, if your existing BGMI profile is connected to a particular Google account, sign in with that same account on the new phone before launching BGMI.
Once the correct account is authenticated, the game should load the corresponding profile instead of starting a new one.
Do not choose a different Google account simply because it is already signed in on the new phone. The account must be the one associated with your existing BGMI profile.
Move BGMI From iPhone to iPhone
The process is similar when moving between 2 iPhones.
Install BGMI on the new iPhone and sign in using the same authentication method connected to your existing account.
If your BGMI profile uses Apple ID, use the same Apple account. KRAFTON’s privacy policy confirms that Apple ID information can be used when players access its games through Apple.
Players using Game Center should also make sure the same Game Center account is active on the new iPhone.
After logging in, check your:
- Character name
- Character ID
- Outfits and weapon skins
- UC balance
- Rank
- Friends list
- Other inventory items
If these details match your old profile, you have successfully accessed the correct BGMI account.
Move BGMI From Android to iPhone
Moving BGMI from Android to iPhone can be slightly confusing because the phones use different ecosystems.
The important point is that you should focus on the BGMI account linked to your profile, not the phone itself.
If your BGMI account is connected to a login method that you can access on both devices, use that same account when signing in on the iPhone.
For example, if the existing profile is associated with a supported Google or Facebook login, use the same credentials on the new device rather than creating a new BGMI profile.
KRAFTON’s privacy documentation confirms that BGMI can process account information from multiple third-party platforms, including Google, Apple, Twitter and Facebook.
Android to iPhone Checklist
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check the linked login on your Android phone |
| 2 | Install BGMI on the new iPhone |
| 3 | Select the same supported login method |
| 4 | Sign in to the original account |
| 5 | Check your Character ID |
| 6 | Confirm skins, UC and rank |
| 7 | Continue playing only after confirming the correct profile |
The same principle applies in the opposite direction when moving from iPhone to Android.
Will You Lose BGMI Skins When Changing Phones?
No, changing phones by itself should not remove the skins from your BGMI account.
Your skins and other in-game assets are associated with your game account and its data rather than simply being stored as permanent items on one physical phone.
However, the key is logging into the correct BGMI account.
If you accidentally sign in with another account, the game may show a different character with little or none of your previous inventory. This can make it appear as if your skins have disappeared.
Before assuming that your skins are gone, log out and verify that you have selected the same account that was used on your old device.
KRAFTON’s terms also make clear that players do not own the underlying rights to in-game data and virtual property in the same way they own physical goods.
Will BGMI UC Transfer to a New Phone?
Your BGMI UC balance is tied to the relevant game account, so switching to a new phone should not by itself be treated as a way of transferring UC between accounts.
The important distinction is between changing devices and changing accounts.
If you log into the same BGMI account on the new phone, you should be checking that account’s existing UC balance. If you accidentally enter a different account, its UC balance and inventory can be different.
KRAFTON’s current Rules of Conduct state that UC is in-game currency and cannot be transferred to another user.
If you recently purchased UC and it does not appear, check that you are logged into the account that received the purchase. KRAFTON has previously instructed players with UC purchase issues to re-login to the Google account used for the purchase and the social account that received the UC, followed by a game restart.
Will Your BGMI Rank Stay the Same?
Yes, your rank is part of your existing game progress. Changing from one compatible device to another does not mean you should have to start your BGMI progression from zero.
The important step is accessing your original account.
After moving to the new phone, immediately check your profile and confirm that your current rank and statistics match what you saw on the old device.
If you see a new character or a completely different profile, stop playing on that account and check whether you selected the wrong login method.
What If BGMI Opens a New Account on the New Phone?
This is one of the most common problems when moving BGMI to another device.
If BGMI starts from the beginning, do not panic and do not start spending UC on the new profile.
Instead:
- Open the account/login section.
- Log out of the newly created or incorrect profile.
- Select the login method you used on your old phone.
- Sign in with the correct Google, Apple, Facebook or other linked account.
- Check the Character ID after logging in.
- Confirm that your old skins, rank and inventory have returned.
The most likely reason for seeing a fresh profile is that you authenticated with a different account from the one linked to your original BGMI character.
How to Safely Move BGMI Before Selling Your Old Phone
If you are selling or giving away your old phone, complete the account check before wiping the device.
Use this order:
Old phone → Check linked account → Install BGMI on new phone → Log in → Verify profile → Only then reset old phone
This gives you a chance to correct login problems while you still have access to the old device.
Also remove your Google, Apple, Facebook or other personal accounts from the old phone before handing it to another person.
KRAFTON recommends protecting your account and specifically warns players not to share account information.
Can You Transfer BGMI by Copying Game Files?
You should not rely on manually copying BGMI’s game folders from one phone to another.
Copying files does not replace account authentication, and modifying game data can create unnecessary problems. KRAFTON’s rules prohibit unauthorized modification of the game client, servers or game data.
The safer method is to install BGMI normally on the new phone and sign in through the supported account you used previously.
KRAFTON also recommends obtaining the game through official channels, with its official website providing links for Google Play and the App Store.
What to Do If You Lost Access to Your Old Login
If you cannot access the account used to log into BGMI, the problem is different from simply changing phones.
First, recover access to the relevant Google, Apple, Facebook or other supported account through its official recovery process.
If you still cannot access your BGMI profile, contact BGMI support and provide the information they request to verify ownership.
Do not give your login credentials to websites or people claiming that they can “transfer” your skins, rank or UC manually.
KRAFTON has warned that compromised accounts can lead to problems and recommends using multiple linked social platforms as an additional recovery method.
Final Checklist Before Moving BGMI to a New Phone
Before resetting your old device, make sure you have completed all of these steps:
- Confirm the BGMI account currently in use
- Check the linked login platform
- Make sure you can access that account on the new phone
- Install BGMI from an official source
- Log in using the same account
- Check your Character ID
- Confirm your skins and inventory
- Check your UC balance
- Confirm your rank and statistics
- Verify your friends list
- Only then reset or sell the old phone
Also read: Lost Your BGMI ID? How to Recover an Account When the Gmail, Facebook or Phone Number Is Gone
FAQs
Can I move BGMI from Android to iPhone?
Yes. Install BGMI on the iPhone and sign in with the same supported account linked to your existing BGMI profile. Your device change itself does not mean you need to create a new character.
Will I lose my BGMI skins after changing phones?
No, not simply because you changed phones. The important thing is to access the same BGMI account. If your skins appear missing, first check whether you accidentally logged into a different account.
Does BGMI rank transfer to a new phone?
Your existing rank is part of your account progress. Log into the same account on the new device and verify your profile before continuing.
Does BGMI UC transfer between accounts?
No. KRAFTON’s rules state that UC cannot be transferred to another user.
Should I delete BGMI from my old phone first?|
It is safer to keep the old installation until you have successfully logged into the correct account on the new phone and verified your profile.
What should I do if I see a new BGMI account?
Log out and try the same login method and account that you used on your old phone. Check your Character ID to confirm that you have opened the correct profile.
Is manually copying BGMI files to a new phone safe?
It is not necessary. Use the official BGMI installation and account login process instead. Avoid modifying or transferring game data manually.
