How to Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone in 4 Ways

There are four common ways to transfer videos from PC to iPhone, including iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone X, and earlier models. You can choose the method that suits you best to copy videos to your iPhone from Windows.

Method 1. How to Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone Without Syncing

Using iTunes to sync videos from a Windows PC to an iPhone is not ideal, as it can cause data loss on the iOS device. Instead, a more direct method of transferring videos from PC to iPhone is needed.

To copy videos to your iPhone without syncing, you can use free iPhone data transfer software like Qiling MobiMover, which works well to transfer videos to your device.

• Transfer files from PC to iPhone or vice versa
• Transfer data from one iPhone/iPad to another
• Access and manage iPhone/iPad data from computer

The app supports various multimedia formats, including videos, photos, music, ringtones, contacts, books, and other types of files.

To transfer videos from PC to iPhone 13/12/11:

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Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your PC, run Qiling MobiMover, click "PC to Phone", then select the files you want to transfer. Ensure your computer is trusted by your iPhone.

Step 2. Select the videos you want to transfer and click "Open". The video formats supported by MobiMover include MP4, MOV, M4V, WMV, RM, MKV, AVI, and FLV, which will be converted to MP4 if not supported by the iPhone.

Step 3. Once you've selected the videos you want to transfer, click the "Transfer" button to start the process.

Besides its data transfer features, this tool also allows you to download online videos using a URL, making it easy to save videos from YouTube or Twitter on your device.

Method 2. How to Sync Videos from Windows to iPhone with iTunes

While iTunes can sometimes cause data loss on an iPhone, there are situations where using it is still advisable, such as when transferring purchased videos from iTunes directly to the iPhone.

To transfer videos from PC to iPhone with iTunes:

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your Windows PC using a USB cable.

Step 2. Trust the computer on your iPhone.

Step 3. In iTunes, click the "Device" button and go to "Movies".

Step 4. To sync movies, check the box next to "Sync Movies" and select the videos you want to copy.

Step 5. To transfer videos from a PC to an iPhone 11, iPhone XR, or iPhone XS, click the "Apply" button on the Shareit app to start the process. This will enable the transfer of files between the two devices.

Method 3. How to Transfer Videos from PC to iPhone Using iCloud

You can sync videos to iPhone wirelessly using Apple's cloud-based service, iCloud, which allows syncing between devices with the same Apple ID, eliminating the need for a USB cable.

iCoud can help in two ways by allowing you to choose between using iCloud Photos or iCloud Drive, depending on the file size of the video.

To sync videos from Windows to PC using iCloud:

Step 1. Go to iCloud.com on your PC and sign in with the Apple ID you use on your iPhone.

Step 2. Choose "Photos" or "iCloud Drive" and upload the videos you want to copy to your iPhone to iCloud.

Step 3. On your iPhone, you can access the videos from your PC by opening the Photos app or iCloud Drive, where you can view and manage the videos synced from your computer.

Step 4. Download the videos to your iPhone storage.

iCloud requires a network connection and sufficient storage space to function properly. Ensure these prerequisites are met before using the service.

Method 4. How to Copy Videos to iPhone With VLC Media Player

There are other third-The VLC media player allows you to copy videos to your iPhone over Wi-Fi using the VLC app for iOS, which enables file sharing between your iPhone and PC without a physical connection.

To copy videos from PC to iPhone:

Step 1. Download and install the VLC app for iOS on your iPhone.

Step 2. Open the app and click the VLC icon.

Step 3. Turn on "Sharing via WiFi" on your device and take note of the IP address displayed underneath. This will be used to connect to your device via WiFi.

Step 4. On the PC, open a browser and enter the IP address of the device you want to access remotely, followed by the port number (if required), to establish a remote connection.

Step 5. To transfer videos to your iPhone, simply drag and drop the desired videos to the page, and they will be added to your iPhone.

When transferring videos from your PC to your device, they will be saved in the VLC app by default. To save them to the Photos app instead, select the desired videos, choose "Save X Videos" and confirm the action to move them to Photos.

The Bottom Line

If you want to copy videos to your iPhone from a Windows computer, there are four easy and proven ways to do so. You can also apply these tips to transfer videos from your PC to an iPad or iPod Touch. These methods make it simple to share your favorite videos with your iPhone, and the tips can be used across various Apple devices.

Try one of the methods above to sync videos to your iPhone with ease.

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