Next, click on Request to transfer a copy of your data under the Transfer a copy of your data section.Ĭlick the drop-down menu and pick Google Photos, and then click the two checkboxes that are displayed, one for photos, another for videos. To start the transfer, you'll need to visit and sign in to the Apple ID linked to your iCloud Photos account. Instead, Apple takes care of the transfer after you connect your Apple ID and Google account. The best part about the way Apple built its transfer tool is that you don't have to download all of your photos and videos, and then upload them to Google Photos separately. Start a transfer of your iCloud Photos to Google Photos The new transfer tool is part of Apple's privacy site. Additionally, you'll want to make sure your Google account has enough storage to handle the transfer. The requirements list on the Apple support page notes that in addition to using iCloud Photos to store your pictures and videos, your Apple ID will need to have two-factor authentication turned on.
While the transfer tool is easy to use, taking just a few clicks of the mouse to begin the process, there are some things you'll need to be aware of before you start the transition. Let's take a quick look at the requirements