How to Transfer Save Files Between Devices in Stardew Valley

Few would have bet on the success of Stardew Valley, a few years ago. The game, which combines farming simulation with role-playing elements, immerses players in a carefree rural life.

Players can freely farm, level up their skills, fish, tend to animals, and court the companions of their choice. Stardew Valley is an escapist utopia, in which real-world worries and pressures do not intrude.

"Stardew Valley" is supported on many devices and is available on PC, iOS, Android, Switch, and PS Vita. If you want to switch devices without losing progress, don't worry. This article will show you how to transfer your Stardew Valley save files between PC, iOS, Android, Switch, and PS Vita with seven different methods.

You can learn more about the game from these posts:

Where are the save files for Stardew Valley located?

To transfer your save file, you first need to know where to find the save location for Stardew Valley on your original device. Read on for instructions.

#2 Methods to Transfer 'Stardew Valley' Save Files Clicking the link may be ineffective. Please try the following: In "Stardew Valley," you might want to transfer your game progress between devices or share it with friends. Here are 7 ways to achieve this: 1. **Cloud Syncing:** - **Steam Cloud Save**: If you play on Steam, your saves are automatically synced to the cloud. Just log in with the same account on another computer to download your saves. - **Epic Games Store Cloud Save**: Similarly, Epic Games Store also offers cloud save functionality. 2. **Manually Copy Save Files:** - On PC, locate the save folder (usually at `%appdata%\StardewValley\SaveGames`), copy the save files to the corresponding directory on another computer. 3. **Using Cloud Services like Google Drive or OneDrive:** - Upload the save files to your cloud storage, then download and place them in the correct location on another device. 4. **Email:** - Attach the save files to an email and send it to yourself or a friend. Download and replace the existing save files on the target device. 5. **USB Drive:** - Copy the save files onto a USB drive, then move them to the appropriate location on another computer. 6. **Online Save File Sharing Websites:** - Share and download save files through community platforms like GameJolt or Nexus Mods. 7. **In-Game Multiplayer Mode:** - If you want to share a farm with friends, use the game's multiplayer mode, allowing them to join your farm. However, this doesn't facilitate separate saving and loading of progress. Make sure to back up your game progress before overwriting existing saves to avoid accidental loss.

We have transfer guides available for players using different devices. Click on the link below that applies to you, and follow the instructions provided.

• Transferring a Stardew Valley save from PC to PC
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save between iOS and PC
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save from iPhone to iPad
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save between Android and PC
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save from Switch to Switch
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save between Switch and PC
• Transferring a Stardew Valley save from PS Vita to PC

Transferring a Stardew Valley Save from One PC to Another

If you want to move your “Stardew Valley” save files from one computer to another, whether you're using Windows, Linux, or a Mac, you can do so by following the steps below.

Step 1: Locate the save game location of "Stardew Valley" on your original computer.

< strong > Step 2: Compress and back up your saved game folder to a USB device or cloud storage.

Step 3: Share the backup to another computer

Transferring a Stardew Valley Save File between iOS and PC

From iOS to PC

If you play Stardew Valley on your iPhone or iPad, here's how you can transfer the save file folder to your computer.

Step 1: Locate the save file folder for Stardew Valley within the "Files" app.

Step 2. Press and hold the folder icon, then tap “Copy.”

Step 3: Now head to the iCloud Drive folder and paste the saved folder here.

Step 4. Go to the iCloud website on your computer and get the Stardew Valley Saves folder

Step 5: Save the entire folder to a location on your computer where you will be able to find it.

From the PC to iOS

If you want to transfer your Stardew Valley save file from PC to iPhone/iPad, follow these three steps:

Step 1: Find the save file location for Stardew Valley on your computer.

Step 2: Connect your iPhone/iPad to the computer using a USB cable, and open iTunes.

Step 3. In the left-hand iTunes menu, select “File Sharing,” and then choose Stardew Valley.

Step 4: Place the saves folder that you found on your PC inside the Stardew Valley folder on your iOS device.

Transferring a Stardew Valley Save from iPhone to iPad

Follow the steps in this tutorial to transfer your “Stardew Valley” save file from your iPhone to your iPad.

Step 1: Locate the save file folder for Stardew Valley within the "Files" app.

Step 2. Press and hold on the folder icon, then tap "Copy."

Step 4: Log in to the same Apple ID on your iPad and open the Files app.

Step 5: Go into the iCloud Drive folder, find the Stardew Valley save file folder, and move it into the Stardew Valley app's folder in “My iPad.”

## Transferring your save files between Android and PC

From Android to PC

Step 1: Connect your Android device to your computer

Step 2. Find the save file for Stardew Valley on your Android device.

Step 3: Copy the entire folder to your computer and delete any files with the .bin extension.

From PC to Android Device

Step 1: Connect your Android device to your computer

Step 2: Locate the save files for Stardew Valley on your computer.

Step 3: Copy the entire folder to the storage space of your Android device.

Transferring a Stardew Valley Save File from One Switch to Another

If you want to transfer your save file from one Switch to another for Stardew Valley, follow these steps: 1. Ensure both Switch consoles are connected to a Wi-Fi network. 2. On the source Switch, access the game's main menu. 3. Select "Options." 4. In the options menu, scroll down and choose "Save & Quit" to exit the game. 5. Return to the Switch home screen, then select "System Settings." 6. Scroll down and choose "Data Management." 7. In the data management menu, select "Manage Save Data / Screenshots." 8. Choose "Save Data Cloud." 9. If cloud backup is not enabled, follow on-screen instructions to log in to your Nintendo Account and activate this feature. 10. In the save file list, locate the Stardew Valley save file and select the one you want to transfer. 11. Press A to choose "Upload" to send the save to the cloud. 12. On the target Switch, access "System Settings" and "Data Management" as well. 13. Again, select "Save Data Cloud" under "Manage Save Data / Screenshots." 14. Log in with the same Nintendo Account. 15. Find Stardew Valley in the save file list, and select the save you previously uploaded. 16. Press A to choose "Download" to download the save to the target Switch. Your Stardew Valley save should now be successfully transferred to the second Switch. You can continue playing the game on the new console. Please note that this process may require an internet connection and some time for uploading and downloading.

Regarding source switching

Step 1. Select Home > Settings > System Management > Data Management > Transfer Your Storage Data.

Step 2. Select “Send saved data to another device,” and then tap the user icon of the account you want to transfer.

Step 3: Select the Stardew Valley save file and send it to the other Switch.

On the target switch

Step 1. Select [Home Menu] > [System Settings] > [Data Management] > [Transfer Save Data].

Step 2. Choose “Receive Save Data” and place the two Switch consoles next to each other.

Step 3: Once the data transfer is complete, click “OK”.

Transferring your Stardew Valley save files between Switch and PC

Please note that accessing the Switch's save data requires custom firmware.

From Switch to PC

Step 1: Navigate to Stardew Valley in JKSV.

Step 2: Create a new folder and name it anything you like.

Step 3: Copy over the file sd:/JKSV/Stardew Valley/Your Save Name.zip to your FTP server or Hekate's SD card access tool.

From PC to Switch

Step 1: Add the save game ZIP folder for Stardew Valley to <strong>sd:/JKSV/Stardew Valley/

Step 2. Find Stardew Valley in JKSV.

Step 3: While holding down the A and Y buttons, copy the game save you just duplicated.

Transferring a Stardew Valley save from PC to PS Vita

If you want to transfer your “Stardew Valley” save file from your computer to your PS Vita, try the following.

Step 1: Locate the Save File Location for Stardew Valley on Your Computer

Step 2: Transfer your save file to the ux0:/data/ folder using VitaShell via USB or FTP.

Step 3. Select the saved folder, and press the Triangle button to copy it.

Step 4: Navigate to the PS Vita savegame folder, press Triangle again, and paste the savegame here.

How to Back Up Your Save Files in "Stardew Valley" Backing up your save files in "Stardew Valley" is a smart move to protect your progress from accidental loss. This article will guide you through the process on various platforms. ## **Windows** 1. **Open File Explorer.** Click the folder icon on the taskbar, or press `Win+E`. 2. **Navigate to the save file folder.** Here's where your "Stardew Valley" save files are stored: - In the "This PC" window, click "Local Disk (C:)". - Double-click the "Users" folder. - Double-click your user name. - Click "Documents". - Double-click the "Stardew Valley" folder. 3. **Copy the save files.** You'll see two save files: - `Save0`, `Save1`, `Save2`, and `Save3`: These are your four game saves. The latest progress is usually saved in `Save0`, but you can switch between them. - `config.json`: This isn't a save file; it's a game settings file. - Select the save files you want to back up, right-click, and choose "Copy." 4. **Create a backup folder.** Right-click in the "Stardew Valley" folder and select "New" > "Folder." Name the folder something like "Backup" or "Save Backup." 5. **Paste the saves.** Paste the copied save files into the newly created folder. 6. **Move the backup folder to a safe location.** To safeguard your saves against hard drive failure, you can move the backup folder to an external hard drive, USB drive, or even upload it to a cloud storage service. ## **macOS** 1. **Open Finder.** Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen, then choose "Finder." 2. **Go to "Folder."** Click "Go" in the menu bar, then choose "Go to Folder..." 3. **Enter the path.** In the dialog box that appears, type the following path, then click "Go": ``` ~/Library/Saved Application State/com.chucklefish.StardewValley.savedState/ ``` 4. **Copy the save file.** You'll see a folder named "Save" containing your saves. Select this folder, right-click, and choose "Copy Save." 5. **Create a backup folder.** Right-click on the desktop or another desired location, and choose "New Folder." Name the folder "Backup" or "Save Backup." 6. **Paste the save.** Paste the copied "Save" folder into the new folder. 7. **Move the backup folder to a secure location.** Similarly, for extra safety, move the backup folder to an external storage device or cloud storage service. ## **Linux** 1. **Open Terminal.** Press `Ctrl+Alt+T` to open Terminal. 2. **Navigate to the save file folder.** Enter the following command, then press Enter: ``` cd ~/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/391530/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/My\ Documents/Stardew\ Valley/ ``` 3. **Copy the save files.** Use the `cp` command to copy the save. For example, to back up `Save0`, type: ``` cp Save0 Backup/ ``` If you want to back up all saves, use a wildcard (`*`): ``` cp Save* Backup/ ``` 4. **Create a backup folder.** If the "Backup" folder doesn't exist, create it with this command: ``` mkdir Backup ``` 5. **Move the backup folder to a secure location.** You can use the `mv` command to move the backup folder to another place, such as an external hard drive. For example, if your external drive is mounted at `/mnt/backup`, type: ``` mv Backup /mnt/backup/ ``` ## **Xbox One** 1. **Access the "Settings" menu.** Press the Xbox button to open the main menu, then select the "Settings" icon in the bottom left. 2. **Select "System."** In the Settings menu, swipe left and choose "System." 3. **Choose "Storage."** In the System menu, select "Storage." 4. **Select your game storage location.** By default, games and apps are stored in "Internal Storage," but if you changed the location, choose the corresponding option. 5. **Browse to "Stardew Valley."** From the list of storage devices, scroll to find "Games & Apps," then select "Stardew Valley." 6. **Choose "Manage Game."** On the game info page, scroll down and select "Manage Game." 7. **Select "Backup."** This will copy the entire game, including saves, to an external storage device. 8. **Connect the external device.** Insert a USB drive or external hard drive into your Xbox One, and follow the on-screen instructions. ## **Nintendo Switch** 1. **Enter "System Settings."** Press the plus button on your Joy-Con or Pro Controller, then scroll to the bottom left corner and select "System Settings." 2. **Choose "Data Management."** In the settings menu, scroll down and select "Data Management." 3. **Select "Transfer Data."** Choose "Transfer Data" to copy your save to a microSD card or external storage. 4. **Insert the external storage device.** Insert the microSD card into your Switch or connect a USB drive via the dock. 5. **Start the transfer.** Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer "Stardew Valley" data to the external storage. 6. **Eject the external storage safely.** After the transfer is complete, safely remove the storage device. ## **PlayStation 4** 1. **Enter the "Settings" menu.** Press the PS button on your PS4 remote to open the main menu, then select "Settings." 2. **Choose "System."** In the Settings menu, select "System." 3. **Select "Back Up and Restore."** In the System menu, choose "Back Up and Restore." 4. **Create a new backup.** Select "Create Backup," then follow the on-screen prompts. 5. **Connect an external storage device.** Plug a USB drive into one of the PS4's USB ports. 6. **Select the game to back up.** In the backup wizard, check "Stardew Valley," then proceed to the next step. 7. **Start the backup.** Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the backup process. This may take some time, depending on the size of your game data. 8. **Eject the storage device safely.** After the backup is done, safely disconnect the USB drive. ## **Android** 1. **Install a file manager app from Google Play Store.** Consider using a free file manager like "FX File Explorer" or "Solid Explorer." 2. **Open the file manager app.** Locate and tap its icon. 3. **Navigate to the save file folder.** Browse to the following path: ``` Android > data > com.chucklefish.stardewvalley > files > saves ``` 4. **Copy the save files.** Select the save files you want to back up, long-press to display the menu, then choose "Copy" or "Cut." 5. **Create a backup folder.** In the root directory of internal storage or the SD card, create a new folder called "Backup." 6. **Paste the saves.** In the newly created folder, choose "Paste" or "Paste All." 7. **Move the backup folder to a secure location.** You can send the backup folder to yourself via Bluetooth, email, or a cloud service, or copy it to your computer. ## **iOS** 1. **Connect your iPhone to your computer.** Use a Lightning cable to connect your iPhone to your computer. 2. **Open iTunes.** If not installed, download and install the latest version of iTunes from the Apple website. 3. **Select your device.** In the iTunes window, click your device's icon in the top left corner. 4. **Choose "Apps."** In the top menu, click "Apps." 5. **Scroll to "File Sharing."** In the "Apps" section near the middle, scroll down to find "Stardew Valley." 6. **Export the save.** In the "Documents" list, select the save you want to back up, then click "Export..." 7. **Choose a save location.** Select the folder where you want to save the save file, then click "Save." 8. **Create a backup folder.** Inside the chosen folder, create a new folder named "Backup" or "Save Backup." 9. **Move the save to the backup folder.** Drag the exported save file into the new backup folder. Now that you've successfully backed up your "Stardew Valley" save files, you can restore them when needed.

Before transferring your save files, it's essential to back up your game data first to prevent any potential damage to the original files. This not only facilitates the transfer of your game saves but also protects your original data effectively. Among various backup software options, tools Todo Backup Home is an excellent choice for gamers.

As one of the most useful tools for backing up PC game saves, Todo Backup Home allows gamers to create automatic backups and customize unique scheduled backups based on your gaming schedule. This way, your game saves will be backed up automatically after you finish playing, eliminating the need for manual backup.

To transfer your Stardew Valley save files between devices, you can save your save file to the free cloud storage offered by Todo Backup Home, and then restore the saved data from the cloud on another device whenever you need it.

Conclusions

No matter which device you use – PC, mobile, or game console – you can find the method to transfer your Stardew Valley save file in this article. But before starting, make sure to back up your original data with Todo Backup Home.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it possible to transfer a Stardew Valley save file from Xbox to PC?

No, you cannot currently transfer your Xbox Stardew Valley save to your PC. It's not possible.

Will I lose my progress if I uninstall Stardew Valley?

No, if you uninstall Stardew Valley, your game progress will not be lost, as long as you do not manually delete the save files. The game data and saves are stored in a different location, so when you uninstall the game, your progress should be preserved as long as the save files remain intact. Upon reinstalling the game, you should be able to pick up where you left off. However, to be safe, it's recommended that you back up your save files before uninstalling.