Where is the save?
The installation folder and the save-data folder are not always the same. Identify the actual progress files before starting a transfer.
Learn the safe processDEVICE & SAVE REFERENCE
Moving game saves should be simple. The risky part is doing it without a backup.
DeviceSave Guide explains the practical checks that matter when game progress moves between installations, operating systems, or devices.
Start with the transfer checklist →Before you copy anything
- Close the game.
- Locate the active save.
- Make an untouched backup.
- Check version compatibility.
- Test the copy before deleting the source.
THE BASICS
Three questions to answer first
Will the destination read it?
Version, platform, file format, and installation differences can affect whether an existing save is recognized.
Check compatibilityWhat happens if it fails?
A separate backup gives you a recovery point instead of forcing you to experiment with the only working copy.
See common fixesPLATFORM-SPECIFIC CHECKS
General advice is useful, but platform details matter.
When a game has different behavior or requirements on a particular device, use a source that focuses specifically on that platform. For Summertime Saga, the iOS support guide is a useful reference when checking iPhone and iPad considerations.