Transfer iPhone Photos to PC Without iTunes - 5 Easy Ways

Are you frustrated with transferring photos from your iPhone to your computer without using iTunes? You're not alone! Many users find iTunes both complicated and slow for photo transfers. Fortunately, several simple and effective alternatives exist.

This guide walks you through 5 proven methods — including USB transfer, iCloud, Bluetooth, and more. Whether you're tech-savvy or a beginner, these solutions will help you transfer photos from iPhone to PC without iTunes quickly and easily.

Why Avoid iTunes for Photo Transfers?

While iTunes is a popular iOS management tool, it's not the most user-friendly option for photos. Here's why many users seek alternatives:

🐌 Slow transfer speed: Struggles with large photo libraries

🔄 Complex process: Multiple confusing steps, especially for beginners

📷 Limited flexibility: No selective transfer — syncs entire library only

If you want a faster, easier, and more flexible way to transfer photos from iPhone to PC, continue reading!

Way 1. Best Way to Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC via FoneTool

FoneTool is a powerful desktop application that enables fast, selective photo transfers while preserving original quality — perfect for moving photos, videos, contacts, and other data.

Now, I’ll show you how to transfer selected photos from iPhone to PC without iTunes but with FoneTool with 3 simple steps.

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to computer with USB > Launch FoneTool > Select Phone Transfer > iPhone to PC > Click Get Started.

Step 2. Click the plus icon > Check Photos > Select desired images > Click OK.

Step 3. Choose a destination for transferring photos from your iPhone to a flash drive, external hard drive, etc. Then, Click Start Transfer.

Way 2. Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC via Files Explorer

Windows File Explorer provides a built-in method to import photos directly from your iPhone's Camera Roll.

Step 1. Connect iPhone to PC via USB cable > Tap Trust This Computer on your iPhone.

Step 2. Open File Explorer > Find your iPhone under Devices and Drives > Open the DCIM folder.

Step 3. Drag and drop photos to any folder on your PC.

   

Note:

   This method can only transfer photos from your Camera Roll. For other albums, FoneTool is recommended.

Way 3. Sync Photos from iPhone to PC by iCloud

iCloud offers wireless photo syncing, but requires sufficient cloud storage space and a stable internet connection.

Step 1. Download and install iCloud for Windows > Sign in with your Apple ID.

Step 2. Open iCloud > Check Photos > Click Options next to Photos.

Step 3. Configure storage location and settings > Click Done.

Step 4. Access photos through the iCloud Photos folder on your PC.

Way 4. Send iPhone Photos to PC with Bluetooth

If your computer supports Bluetooth, you can wirelessly transfer photos from iPhone to PC. Follow the steps below to set up Bluetooth and transfer photos on your iPhone and PC.

Step 1. On iPhone: Go to Settings > Bluetooth > Turn on.

Step 2. On PC: Click Start > Settings > Devices > Add Bluetooth & other devices.

Step 3. Select Bluetooth > Choose your iPhone from discovered devices.

Step 4. Verify pairing code on both devices to connect.

Step 5. On iPhone: Open Photos app > Select images > Tap Share > Choose Bluetooth > Select your PC.

   

Note:

  Bluetooth transfers are slower compared to other methods, so it is best for transferring photos in small batches.

Way 5. Use AirDrop Alternative for Windows to Send Photos

While AirDrop is Apple-exclusive, third-party tools like Send Anywhere provide similar wireless transfer functionality to Windows PCs.

Step 1. On iPhone: Visit Send Anywhere website > Add photos to transfer.

Step 2. Select Direct transfer > Note the 6-digit key generated.

Step 3. On PC: Visit Send Anywhere website > Enter the 6-digit key to receive files.

FAQs About Transferring Photos from iPhone to PC Without iTunes​​​​​​​

Final Words

This guide covers multiple efficient methods to transfer photos from iPhone to PC without iTunes:

• FoneTool for quick and convenient transfers.
• Built-in solution for File Explorer.
• iCloud for wireless syncing.
• Bluetooth mini-batch photos.
• AirDrop alternative for wireless transfer to Windows.

For the best overall experience, we highly recommend FoneTool — it's fast, reliable, and packed with useful features. Transfer your photos in seconds and enjoy complete control over your iPhone data management!