Tech fixes · Computers & Printers
Moving to a New Computer? How to Transfer Files, Apps and Settings
Back up first, then move files through OneDrive or an external drive, sign in to the same Microsoft account to bring settings across, and reinstall apps fresh. Deactivate software licenses on the old computer, then wipe it before you recycle or sell it.
Also searched as: transfer files to new PC · set up new laptop · migrate to new computer · copy everything to new computer
- Starting price
- From $125
- Where
- Remote, anywhere in the U.S.
- Quote
- Fixed price before work starts
Try this first
- Back up the old computer completely
- Sync Desktop, Documents and Pictures to OneDrive, or copy them to an external drive
- Sign in to the new computer with the same Microsoft account
- Sign in to your browser to bring passwords and bookmarks
- Reinstall apps and move licenses, deactivating the old computer first
- Securely wipe the old computer before it leaves your hands
When it’s more than a quick fix
If you use QuickBooks Desktop, specialty software or local email files, or you’re moving a whole office, plan the move so nothing is lost.
How we fix it remotely
We set up the new computer remotely, move your files, apps, email and printers, and help wipe the old one safely.
In-depth guides
How a remote fix works
- 1
Tell us what’s happening
Two minutes with the form on this page. No account needed.
- 2
Get a fixed price
A personal reply within one business day, with the price agreed before any work starts.
- 3
We fix it remotely
You approve access, follow progress and pay in your private client portal.
Related services
New Computer Setup & Data Transfer
Your new computer, ready on day one: files, photos, email, passwords and printers moved over, junk removed and protection turned on.
Computer Setup, Upgrades & Data Transfers
New computers set up right: data moved, software installed, printers connected, security turned on and old machines wiped safely.
Secure Data Wipe & Computer Recycling
Retire old computers safely: we wipe or destroy the drives so no data can be recovered, then recycle responsibly with a certificate for your records.
Questions
Can I just copy my old hard drive to the new computer?
Copying files works; copying installed programs usually doesn’t. Reinstall apps fresh.
What should I do with my old computer?
Back it up, then securely wipe it before you sell, donate or recycle it.
Can you fix this remotely?
We set up the new computer remotely, move your files, apps, email and printers, and help wipe the old one safely.
Want us to just fix it?
Tell us what’s happening. Most problems like this are fixed remotely, often the same day, and every request gets a personal reply within one business day.
- Big projects and small ones are all welcome
- Fixed-price quotes, no surprise invoices
- You own your code, data and accounts
- A client portal to track progress, invoices and payments
- Rooted in Wisconsin, serving businesses nationwide