2 Proven Ways to Move Files from a OneDrive Account to Another One

2 Proven Ways to Move Files from a OneDrive Account to Another One

Daniel Hall 27/03/2023
2 Proven Ways to Move Files from a OneDrive Account to Another One

At times, we need to migrate from one OneDrive account to another. We might change an Internet supplier or register a new account for different needs.

In such cases, we might need certain files or an entire account data transferred to another one. There are two main ways to do this. Read below and find out the easiest and safest ways to move files from one OneDrive account to another.

Method 1: Manual Transfer

Manual transfer is very easy - you simply upload and download files in bulk or one by one. This is the best method if you only need several documents and they aren’t big. Also, this way fits slower computers and unstable Internet connection. If the files are smaller, there is minimal risk of not uploading them. Here is what you should do for manual transfer:

1. Login to your Source & target OneDrive Accounts

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  • First, go to onedrive.com. At the top of the page, you will see a Sign In button. Select it.
  • Enter the name of your email address or your Microsoft account. That can be your Skype, Xbox, Outlook.com email address. After that, click Next.
  • A site will show you a form for a password. Type it in and click Sign In.

2. Select Documents & Migrate OneDrive to Another Account

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  • When you are on your OneDrive page, select the files or entire folders that you need.
  • Select Download button at top of the page.
  • Your browser might start the upload automatically. In this case, they will download into a Downloads folder on your device. Still, it might prompt you, so choose a Save As or Save button. Browse the location and download your files.

3. Upload Documents

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  • Open the target OneDrive account.
  • Upload and choose files on your computer
  • After this, click Open and wait while the computer will upload the documents.

This method is good when you don’t have large amounts of data. However, if there are thousands of gigabytes or large files such as movies, this might not be the best way to move files from one OneDrive account to another. Read below and find out the option for large files.

Method 2. Use Wondershare InClowdz

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This method is helpful if you want not only to migrate data but manage it. This tool is free to download and multifunctional. You can also use it to transfer data between accounts. Here is how you use it:

1. Sign into InClowdz

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Open Wondershare InClowdz on your computer. After this, sign in or create an account.

2. Add Cloud Drives

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On the left of the app window, there is a Migrate button. Choose it and add your source and target OneDrive accounts. You will need to login there - but don't be afraid, an app will securely keep your password and data.

3. Choose Source and Target Clouds

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Accounts you’ve added will both appear in Source and Target cloud windows. Select which one belongs where.

4. Choose Files

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After you’ve logged in, click source cloud. It will show you a list of documents - just select ones you need. After that, click Ok to copy OneDrive files to another OneDrive account.

5. Select Target Folder

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Click target cloud. It will open a window where you can select the target folder.

6. Migrate Files

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When everything is ready, an app will show a Migrate button below source and target clouds. Choose it and wait while an app migrates your files. This usually doesn’t take much time.

Why Choose WonderShare InClowdz?

  • It is safe. InClowdz is a 100% secure alternative. It doesn’t cause leak or loss of your data, because only you can access or browse your files.
  • Direct transfer. Easily migrate your data from different cloud services in just one click. You can manage all of your accounts in one place and transfer files between OneDrive accounts.
  • Easy syncing. If you need to sync data between your two OneDrive accounts, you can do it easily with a special InClowdz sync option.
  • Many clouds support. InClowdz can manage leading cloud services like Box, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, and Amazon S3. So, it is not only about OneDrive.
  • Trusted service. There are now more than 153 million users who are happy with an app.

Transfer Files Between Different OneDrive Accounts Seamlessly

OneDrive is a popular cloud migration storage that won the hearts of millions of users. Sometimes, we create a second account and migrate a part or all of our files there. In this case, we search for ways to transfer files between accounts. You can do this manually, but this is not the best decision as it is slow and data can be lost in transfer. Use Wondershare InClowdz to transfer your folders and files seamlessly with just one click.

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Daniel Hall

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Daniel Hall is an experienced digital marketer, author and world traveller. He spends a lot of his free time flipping through books and learning about a plethora of topics.

 
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