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    1 min read 5 stepsFebruary 10, 2026Verified February 2026

    How to Migrate Data to a New Mac

    Transfer all your files, apps, and settings from your old Mac to a new one.

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    Mac Guides
    Difficulty
    Advanced
    Read Time
    1 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    advanced
    mac
    migration
    data-transfer
    new-mac

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Use Migration Assistant
    2. 2.Choose transfer method
    3. 3.Select what to transfer
    4. 4.Wait for transfer
    5. 5.Verify everything
    1

    Use Migration Assistant

    ~15s
    On your new Mac, open Migration Assistant (ApplicationsUtilitiesMigration Assistant).

    Quick Tip

    For the fastest transfer, connect both Macs with a USB-C or Thunderbolt cable instead of using Wi-Fi.

    2

    Choose transfer method

    ~15s
    Transfer from another Mac (via Wi-Fi or cable), from a Time Machine backup, or from a Windows PC.
    3

    Select what to transfer

    ~15s
    Choose: Applications, User Accounts, Documents & Data, and System & Network Settings.

    Warning

    If you transfer Applications, some may need to be re-authorised with their license keys. Have your software license keys ready.

    4

    Wait for transfer

    ~15s
    The transfer can take from 30 minutes to several hours depending on data size and connection speed.
    5

    Verify everything

    ~15s
    After transfer, check that your apps, files, and accounts are all present on the new Mac.

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