Changing the operating system of a smartphone often becomes a real test for fans of mobile games, especially when it comes to such complex projects as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang. Many players face panic at the thought that their many years of progress, rare skins and high rank will remain on their old device. Fortunately, the developers from Android. Fortunately, the developers from Moonton have provided migration mechanisms that allow you to preserve achievements when moving to iOS.
However, this process is not without nuances that can confuse an unprepared user. The main difficulty lies not so much in the technical transfer of data, but in the differences in the economic systems of the two platforms. Currency earned or purchased on one system is not always displayed correctly on another due to store rules Google Play i App Store. In this article, we will analyze each step of the procedure in detail so that you can safely continue your battles on a new device.
It is important to understand that the success of the operation directly depends on which binding method you used previously. Simply installing the game on iPhone and entering your login is not enough - you need to correctly configure your account Moonton or third-party services. Let's look at the tools you'll need to migrate your gaming profile seamlessly.
Preparing your Moonton account before migrating
The first and most critical stage is verification of the current account on the device Android. If you played as a “Guest”, the chances of saving your progress are close to zero, so you must immediately link your profile to a reliable service. The most preferable option is to create or use an existing account Moontonas it is native to the game and provides the best compatibility between platforms.
To do this, go to the game settings on your old smartphone and select the account linking section. The system will offer several options, but for cross-platform transition it is the central developer service that is best suited. Make sure you remember your password and have access to the email you provided during registration. This is your digital key to progress on your new device.
⚠️ Attention: Never delete the game from your old device Android until you are completely sure that your account has been successfully loaded onto iPhone and all data (heroes, skins, rank) are displayed correctly.
If you already had an account linked Facebook or VKthese are also valid options, but they may require additional authorization when changing platforms. In the case of VK ensure that your page is not blocked and you can log into the social network application. For Facebook it is critical that the account is not linked to another game profile Mobile Legends, otherwise a data conflict will arise.
☑️ Checking the readiness of the account
Technical differences between the Android and iOS platforms in MLBB
Before getting started, it is worth understanding the fundamental differences between ecosystems Google and Applethat affect the gameplay. Although the game servers are the same for all users, the internal economy and some system functions may work differently. This is due to application moderation policies and payment processing methods in different stores.
One of the most painful moments for players is the issue of game currency. Diamonds purchased for real money on Androidare not transferred to iOS automatically. This limitation is dictated by the rules of commission payments: Apple and Google do not share income with each other. However, diamonds received for free during events or for account level are usually saved and available on both platforms.
It is also worth considering the difference in controls and interface. Screens iPhone often have a different proportion and cutout (“notch”), which may require manual adjustment of the game interface to suit you. The skill control buttons may become misaligned, and you'll have to spend a few matches in practice mode to get used to the new control layout.
| Option | Android | iOS (iPhone) |
|---|---|---|
| Purchased Diamonds | Displayed | Not displayed (reset) |
| Free diamonds | Displayed | Displayed |
| Progress of heroes | Save | Save |
| Rank and stars | Saved | Saved |
| Friends and chats | Saved | Saved |
Why are purchased diamonds not transferred?
This limitation is due to the financial policy of application stores. Google and Apple do not transfer data about purchases to each other, so the balance of paid currency is reset to zero when changing the OS. Free currency is stored on the game servers and linked to the account ID, so it is available everywhere.
Step-by-step guide for logging in on a new device
After you have prepared an account on your old phone, you can proceed to setting up a new one iPhone. Install Mobile Legends from the official store App Storeavoiding third-party sources to ensure data security and the latest version of the client. Launch the application and wait for the home screen to load.
On the welcome screen, do not press the quick start button. Instead, pay attention to social network icons or an account login button Moonton, usually located in the corner of the screen or in a pop-up window. Select the method you used on Android. If it was Moonton Account, enter your ID (or email) and password.
The system may request login confirmation through a code sent by email, or through an authenticator application if you have set up two-factor protection. This is a standard security procedure designed to protect your profile from unauthorized access. After successful authorization, the game will begin to load resources and synchronize data with the server.
If the game prompts you to create a new account instead of logging into the old one, immediately close the application and check whether you have chosen the correct login method (for example, you have not confused logging in via Facebook with logging in via VK).
During the first boot, a connection error may occur or a freeze on the "Resources" screen may occur. In this case, check the stability of your Internet connection. Sometimes switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data helps. If the problem persists, try clearing the application cache in the settings iPhone (although on iOS this function is limited, reinstallation often helps).
Solving problems with synchronization and errors
Users often encounter a situation where, after logging in, an old or empty account is loaded. This can happen if iPhone The game has already been installed and a local profile has been created. In this case, the system tries to merge the data, which results in a conflict. You need to make sure that you are logged into the exact profile where your main progress is located.
If you see the error message "Account switching failed" or similar, try logging out of all services within the game. Go to settings, find the account management section and click "Switch Account". Then repeat the authorization procedure through the desired service. Make sure that there is no active game running on the device Android at this moment, which could block the session.
⚠️ Attention: If the system writes that this account is already linked to another Moonton ID, it means that an automatic link occurred during the first installation. In this case, you will need to contact support to unlink the extra profile.
Another common problem is desynchronization of the friends list. After transferring your account, some contacts may temporarily disappear from the list. Don't panic, this is a temporary server caching glitch. Usually the list is restored completely within 24 hours or after several restarts of the application.
Features of transfer through third-party services (VK, Facebook)
Using social networks to log in has its advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, this is convenient: you don’t need to remember extra passwords. On the other hand, privacy policies Facebook and VK may change, which sometimes breaks the connection with the game servers. In the case of VK, users from the Russian Federation may encounter authorization problems due to blocking or changes in the social network API.
When logging in via Facebook on iPhone make sure that you have the official social network application installed. Often the game tries to use it for quick authorization without entering a password. If the application is not found, you will be redirected to the browser, where you will need to confirm access rights for Mobile Legends.
For users VK It is important to check whether your social network account has been hacked or frozen. It is also worth considering that linking via VK may be less stable when changing the region of residence specified in the profile. If you have moved to another country, it is better to change the linking method to a universal one in advance. Moonton Account.
The most reliable method of transfer is using a native Moonton account, since it does not depend on changes in social network policies and works directly with the game servers.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Will mine be transferred? purchased skins and heroes?
Yes, absolutely all heroes, skins, emblems and inventory items obtained in any way are completely saved when switching from Android to iOS. The only exception is the balance of paid diamonds, which is reset to zero.
What if I played as a Guest and did not link an account?
Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to restore such an account unless you save a special recovery code (User ID and transfer code), which is generated in the game settings. Without being linked to email or social networks, the data is stored only in the memory of the old phone.
Is it possible to play simultaneously on Android and iPhone from one account?
No, the security system Mobile Legends does not allow you to be in the game from one account on two devices at the same time. When you log in on a second device, the session on the first will be automatically ended.
Will my rank be reset during the transfer?
No, your current rank, number of stars and Battle Points are retained in full. You will continue the game exactly from the point where you left off on the old device.
How to return purchased diamonds on a new iPhone?
They cannot be returned automatically. You will have to buy diamonds again within the ecosystem App Store. Old purchases on Android remain linked to the Google account from which they were made.