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Margareot
Copper Contributor
Apr 28, 2026

Any fast and stable way to transfer pictures from iphone to computer?

I have over 100GB of pictures on my iPhone, and I need a reliable way to transfer them to my Windows PC without crashing halfway or missing files. I don't want cloud uploads (too slow for this much d...
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Frederickk
Bronze Contributor
Apr 28, 2026

If you want to know how to transfer pictures from iPhone to PC using a method that prioritizes automation and efficiency over visual feedback, iphone-sync is an excellent. It was created by a developer named VRSAL and is licensed under the MIT license, which means it is open-source and completely free to use and modify. Using iphone-sync is a unique command-line method to transfer pictures from iPhone to PC if you are comfortable with text-based tools.

Here is how to transfer pictures from iPhone to PC:

1. Install Python and the Tool

2. Connect Your iPhone and Run the Command

Connect your iPhone to your PC using a USB cable.

Unlock your iPhone and tap "Trust This Computer" if prompted.

In the Command Prompt, navigate to where you want your photos saved, or just type the command followed by the destination folder path.

The command format is:

bash

iphone-sync PATH_TO_OUTPUT_FOLDER

3. Watch It Work

Once you press Enter, the script takes over. It will:

Scan your iPhone for photo libraries.

Compare them with your destination folder.

Start copying any new photos or videos it finds.

Show a visual progress bar for each file as it transfers.