The transition from Android to iPhone is an exciting step, but many users are faced with a problem: how to save progress in their favorite games? Official synchronization methods via Google Play Games or Game Center do not work with all titles, and manual transfer of saves often requires root access. This is where SHAREit comes to the rescue - a cross-platform file sharing application that can transfer APK files of games and their data. However, there are nuances: iOS does not support installing APKs directly, so SHAREit in this case works as a tool for transferring game files, which then need to be converted or downloaded through workarounds.

In this guide we will look at three working scenarios: direct transfer of supported games, transferring saves through the cloud and workarounds for inconsistent titles. You will find out which games you can definitely transfer, and which ones will require additional tools like AltStore or Sideloadly. Important: the process differs from standard photo exchange - here you need to take into account the processor architecture (ARM64 vs Apple Silicon) and limitations App Store.

Before you start, check:

  • 📱 OS versions: SHAREit works on Android 5.0+ i iOS 12+, but for stable transfer of games it is recommended Android 8.0+ i iOS 15+.
  • 🔋 Battery charge: both devices should have at least 40% - transferring large games (for example Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile) may take 20-30 minutes.
  • 📶 Network: use one Wi-Fi network or turn on hot spot on Android (on iPhone the hotspot is not suitable for receiving files via SHAREit).
📊 How much games do you plan to transfer?
Up to 1 GB
1-5 GB
5-10 GB
More than 10 GB

1. Which games can be transferred via SHAREit and which cannot?

Not all mobile games support cross-platform transfer. Here are the key criteria:

Game type Transfer via SHAREit Additional actions
Games with cloud saves (Clash of Clans, Brawl Stars) ✅ Yes (saves only) Link an account Supercell ID or Google Play Games on a new device
Offline games without DRM (Minecraft, Stardew Valley) ✅ Yes (APK + data files) Install via AltStore or Sideloadly (PC required)
Games with Denuvo protection (PUBG Mobile, Free Fire) ❌ No Use official account transfer via Facebook or Twitter
Games with subscription (Apple Arcade, Google Play Pass) ❌ No Reinstall via App Store with the same Apple ID

Critical nuance: SHAREit transfers game files, but does not automatically install them on iPhone. Installing the APK on iOS will require workarounds (more details in section 4). The exception is games that support cross-platform synchronization through social network accounts or game services.

⚠️ Attention: Starting from iOS 17.2, Apple has tightened the verification of certificates for third-party applications. If you use SHAREit versions below 6.30, file transfer may be blocked by the security system. Update the application before starting.

2. Step-by-step guide: transferring a game from Android to iPhone

The process consists of three stages: preparing devices, transferring files and installing on iPhone. Follow the instructions strictly in order - skipping steps may lead to data loss.

Install SHAREit on both devices (download only from official sites)

Disable VPN and firewalls (they block the local connection)

On Android: enable developer mode and USB debugging (Settings → About phone → Build number (7 taps) → For developers → USB debugging)

On iPhone: allow local network in Settings → SHAREit → Local network

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Step 1. Start transfer on Android:

  1. Open SHAREit on Android and tap "Send».
  2. Select "Applications
  3. Mark the game you want (if the game is not in the list, use "Files" and manually find the APK in the folder /data/app/ or /sdcard/Android/obb/).
  4. Click "Next" and select the transfer method "Connect to iOS».

Step 2. Receive files on iPhone:

  1. On iPhone open SHAREit and tap "Accept».
  2. Bring the devices close to each other - a notification about the detection of Androiddevices should appear.
  3. Confirm the connection on both screens (the confirmation code should match!).
  4. Wait until the transfer is completed. Do not block the screen —this will interrupt the process.

Step 3. Unpacking files:

After the transfer, the game files will be saved in the folder "Downloads" or "SHAREit" on iPhone. Further actions depend on the type of game:

  • 📁 Cloud saves: find a file with the extension .sav or .dat and upload it to the game cloud (for example, via Google Drive → import to game).
  • 📦 APK files: installation requires AltStore or Sideloadly (instructions in section 4).
  • 🎮 OBB files: they are needed place in the game folder on iPhone via iTunes or Finder (jailbreak or signing service required).
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If the game weighs more than 2 GB, split it into parts through an archiver (for example ZArchiver on Android). SHAREit more consistently transfers files up to 1.5 GB in size in one session.

3. Solving common transmission errors

Even with correct configuration, failures may occur. Here are typical problems and their solutions:

  • 🔄 Devices do not find each other:
    • Check that both devices are connected to same 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (5 GHz is not supported).
    • Disable power saving mode on Android.
    • Restart SHAREit on both devices.
  • ⏳ Transfer stuck at 0% or 99%:
    • Reduce the size of the transferred files (archive 500 MB each).
    • Try a different connection method (for example QR code instead of Wi-Fi).
    • On iPhone open Settings → SHAREit → Network reset.
  • 🚫 The file does not open on iPhone:
    • APK files do not run on iOS - they need to be converted to IPA (use jtool or Clutch).
    • If the file is damaged, request resend from Android.
⚠️ Attention: If, when transferring a game with a capacity of more than 4 GB, SHAREit displays the error "Insufficient memory", although there is free space, the problem is the limitation iPhone there is free space, the problem is limitation iOS on receiving files through third-party applications. Solution: use iTunes to transfer files through. cable.
What should I do if SHAREit asks for a fee for transferring games?

Since 2023, SHAREit has added a subscription for “premium transfer” of files >1 GB in size. To get around. limitation:

1. Split the file into 900 MB parts using an archiver.

2. Use alternative applications: Send Anywhere or LocalSend (free for files up to 10 GB).

3. Delete the SHAREit cache (Settings → Storage → Clear cache) - sometimes this resets the limits.

4. How to install APK games on iPhone after transfer

Since iOS does not support APK files, they need to be converted to .ipa format and signed. Here are the working methods:

Method 1. Via AltStore (without jailbreak):

  1. Install AltServer on PC (official website).
  2. Connect iPhone via cable and run AltServer.
  3. In the menu, select “Install AltStore" - the application will appear on iPhone.
  4. Open AltStore on iPhone and download the transferred APK through the section "My Apps».
  5. Wait for conversion to IPA and signature (may take up to 10 minutes).

Method 2. Through Sideloadly (for advanced users):



1. https://sideloadly.io/


2. Connect your iPhone and drag the APK into the app window


3. Enter your Apple ID (use a separate account!)


4. On your iPhone, allow installation in Settings → General → VPN and device management


5. After installation, go to Settings → General → Profile and device management and trust the certificate

Method 3. For games with OBB files:

  • Use iMazing or iFunBox to manually download files to the game folder.
  • To access system folders you will need jailbreak or signing service (for example, TrollStore).
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Installing an APK on an iPhone without jailbreaking is possible, but such applications will only work for 7 days (until the certificate expires). For permanent use, you need to repeat the installation weekly or pay for a signing service subscription (~$20/year).

5. Alternative methods of transferring games (if SHAREit is not available). suitable)

If SHAREit does not cope with the task, try these methods:

  • 🌐 Cloud services:
    • Google Drive/Dropbox: upload APK and OBB to the cloud from Android, then download to iPhone and install via AltStore.
    • iCloud Drive: suitable for transferring saves (up to 5 GB free).
  • 🔗 Synchronization through accounts:
    • Facebook/Gmail: many games (Candy Crush, Homescapes) allow you to synchronize progress through social networks.
    • Game Center: for games with support Apple Arcade (for example, Monument Valley).
  • 🖥️ Via PC:
    • Connect both devices to the computer and use iTunes/Finder to transfer files.
    • For Android use adb pull /sdcard/Android/obb/ (required ADB Tools).
Method Speed Max. file size Complexity
SHAREit 10-15 MB/s 4 GB (with subscription) ★★☆
Google Drive 5-8 MB/s 15 GB ★☆☆
AltStore 2-5 MB/s 2 GB ★★★
iTunes 20-30 MB/s Unlimited ★★☆

6. Security: How to Avoid Viruses and Data Loss

Transferring game files between platforms is fraught with risks. Follow these rules:

  • 🛡️ Check your files:
    • Scan APK/OBB via VirusTotal before installation.
    • Do not install games from unknown sources - use only official APKs (for example, with APKMirror).
  • 🔐 Protect accounts:
    • Unlink Google Play Games before selling Androiddevices.
    • Use two-factor authentication for game accounts.
  • 📱 Privacy settings:
    • On iPhone disable SHAREit access to Contacts and Photo in the application settings.
    • After transfer, delete temporary files in Settings → General → iPhone Storage → SHAREit.
⚠️ Attention: When using signing services (for example, AppDB or iPASTORE), your Apple ID may be blocked for “suspicious activity”. We recommend creating a separate account to install unapproved applications.

Some games have unique transfer methods. Here are examples for top titles:

  • 🎮 Genshin Impact:
    1. On Android link your account to email or Facebook in the game settings.
    2. Install Genshin Impact from App Store to iPhone.
    3. When you first start, select “Log in via email" and enter the same data.
  • 🏆 Clash of Clans:
    1. To Android click Settings → Linked account → Google Play.
    2. On iPhone install the game, go to Settings → Link device → Google Play.
    3. Enter your account information Google (not Apple ID!).
  • 👾 Minecraft:
    1. Export the world via Settings → Global resources → Export (file .mcworld).
    2. Transfer the file via SHAREit or iCloud.
    3. On iPhone import via Game → Import → Select file.
      4. How to transfer saves to PUBG Mobile?

      Official method:

      1. On Android: Settings → Link account → Facebook/Twitter.

      2. On iPhone: install PUBG Mobile, log in through the same social network account.

      Unofficial method (for the Chinese version):

      1. Copy the folder /Android/obb/com.tencent.ig to your PC.

      2. Use iTools to download files to /var/mobile/Containers/Data/Application/PUBG/ iPhone (jailbreak required).

      FAQ: Frequently asked questions about transferring games

      Can I transfer paid games purchased on Android to iPhone for free?

      No, licenses Google Play and App Store are not compatible. You will have to buy the game again from App Store, even if you owned it from Android. The exception is cross-platform games with a single account system (for example, Fortnite via Epic Games).

      Why, after transferring, does the game run slower on iPhone than on Android?

      This is due to architectural differences:

      • Androidgames are optimized for processors ARMv7/ARM64, and iPhone uses Apple Silicon.
      • Emulation via AltStore or Sideloadly adds overhead (~15-20% drop in FPS).
      • Some games (for example Asphalt 9) have separate assemblies for iOS with better optimization - they need to be installed from App Store.

      Solution: check the graphics settings in the game (reduce the resolution or turn off shadows).

      Is it possible to transfer games from Android to iPhone via Bluetooth?

      Technically yes, but this is impractical:

      • The transfer speed via Bluetooth is ~1-2 MB/s (versus 10-15 MB/s for SHAREit).
      • iOS limit the size of transferred files via Bluetooth to 500 MB.
      • APK files are not recognized iPhone as executable.

    Alternative: use LocalSend (an open analogue of SHAREit) with transmission via Wi-Fi Direct.

    What should you do if, after transferring, the game displays an "Incompatible version" error?

    This error occurs if:

    • You are trying to install APK older than 2 years —many games require updates.
    • Game version for Android and iOS differ (for example, Among Us on iOS is updated later).
    • Game files are damaged during transfer (check the MD5 checksum).

      • Solution:

      1. Update the game to Android to the latest version before transferring.
      2. Download the latest APK from APKMirror (do not use modified versions!).
      3. For iOS install the latest version of the game from App Store and try to transfer only the save files.

    How to transfer games from Android to iPhone if there is little space on the iPhone?

    Here is the optimal strategy:

    1. Clean up space: delete unnecessary photos/videos or use Settings → General → iPhone Storage → Offload apps.
    2. Transfer in parts:
      • Transfer APK/OBB to PC first.
      • Compress files into a ZIP archive (for example, game_part1.zip, game_part2.zip).
      • Transfer archives one at a time via SHAREit.
  • Use the cloud is enabled: upload files to Google Drive and download to iPhone as needed (files up to 10 GB do not take up space on device, if the option “Optimize storage»).

    • Important: for games with a volume of >10 GB (for example, Call of Duty Mobile + resources) it is better to use iTunes and cable - it’s faster and more reliable.