Kies for Windows

Still have an older Samsung Galaxy phone and need to back it up or copy its photos to your PC? Samsung Kies was the company's desktop sync tool for older phones. Samsung has since replaced it with Smart Switch, which supports current Galaxy devices.

How can Kies connect to a Samsung phone?

Connect the phone by USB cable or use Wi-Fi syncing when the device supports it. Once linked, Kies can transfer files between the phone and computer and synchronize phone content through the desktop program.

Kies 2.x suits older feature phones and early Galaxy models, while Kies 3 covers phones up to roughly the Galaxy S4 and Note 3 era.

Which media can Kies manage?

Kies handles music, images, and videos stored on the phone or computer. It can act as a desktop library for that media, including playing songs and watching videos within the program.

• Transfer supported media between a Samsung phone and the computer.
• Organize phone and computer music, photos, and videos.

Can Kies back up a phone or update its firmware?

Kies can create a computer-based backup and restore saved data to a device. Backup content can include contacts, messages, and photos, giving users a copy to restore after a device problem or before a major change.

Firmware updates are offered only for the old devices Kies supports. For any newer Galaxy phone, use Samsung Smart Switch for backups, transfers and updates.

System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8 · 1 GB RAM (recommended) · 500 MB free disk space · Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 or later · Windows Media Player 10 or later · DirectX 9.0C or later

Can Kies sync a Samsung phone over Wi-Fi?

Yes. Kies supports Wi-Fi syncing for compatible phones, as well as a USB connection.

What media can Kies transfer?

It can manage music, images, and videos between a Samsung phone and a computer.

Can Kies restore a phone backup?

Yes. Kies can restore saved data, including contacts, messages, and photos.