### AppMigrationKit to Enable a One-Time Transfer of App Data Between Apple and Non-Apple Platforms
Apple has launched a new framework known as **AppMigrationKit**, aimed at easing the transfer of third-party app data between iOS and Android devices. This framework is compatible with devices operating on iOS 26.1 and later, as well as iPadOS 26.1 and beyond, and is presently in beta.
The main objective of AppMigrationKit is to allow developers to encompass their app’s data during the migration process from Apple devices to non-Apple devices, particularly Android. Importantly, Apple has specified that this framework is not designed for data migration between iOS and iPadOS devices.
> “AppMigrationKit exclusively supports migration to and from non-Apple platforms, like Android. The framework is not utilized for migration between iOS or iPadOS devices.”
Developers can indicate whether their apps will import, export, or support both types of data by creating an app extension that adheres to the **AppMigrationExtension** protocol. When a user configures a new device, all apps that utilize AppMigrationKit will have their data included in the migration package. Post-transfer, developers can additionally import cloud-stored data to the target device.
### Transfer to Android
The AppMigrationKit API will operate in conjunction with a new feature named **Transfer to Android**, which was first highlighted in May. This feature will be found under **Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone**, offering users a splash screen that outlines what can and cannot be transferred during the one-time migration process.
Additionally, Android devices will feature a corresponding **Transfer to iPhone** capability, originally intended for eSIM transfers.
### Implementing AppMigrationKit
Developers keen on readying their apps for this migration tool can consult Apple’s documentation, which provides details on app extensions, export and import procedures, migration statistics, and code testing. It’s essential to recognize that the framework is still in beta and may undergo changes.
> “This documentation contains preliminary information about an API or technology in development. This information is subject to change, and software developed following this documentation should be verified with final operating system software.”
While the official launch date for AppMigrationKit alongside iOS 26.1 has yet to be confirmed, the presence of documentation implies that a release is forthcoming.
