To save your Call of Duty: Mobile progress permanently, you need to link your COD Mobile account to an Activision account. This is the only way to ensure your game data, unlocks, and rank carry over when you switch phones or reinstall the game.
Why you need to link your COD Mobile account
Game progression in crossplay-enabled Call of Duty titles is stored on your Activision account, not on your device or platform account. By linking your Call of Duty: Mobile account to an Activision account, you enable cross-progression, meaning you can play on any linked device and carry your progress with you. Without this link, your data is tied to your local device and will be lost if you uninstall the game, factory reset your phone, or switch to a new device. The core benefit is simple: an Activision account stores all your progression and prevents permanent data loss.
How to create an Activision account for COD Mobile
You can create a new Activision account either inside the game or on the Activision website before linking. Both methods work the same way.
- Open Call of Duty: Mobile on your device.
- Go to the settings menu (the gear icon in the top-right corner).
- Tap on the "Account" option.
- Select "Log in to Activision" or the "Link" button.
- Choose the option to create a new account.
- Enter a valid email address, create a username, and set a strong password.
- Select your region and accept the terms and conditions.
- Verify your email address using the confirmation message sent by Activision.
You can then log into that account from within COD Mobile.
How to link your COD Mobile account to Activision
Once you have an Activision account, linking it to COD Mobile is straightforward.
- Launch Call of Duty: Mobile and open the settings menu.
- Tap the "Account" section.
- Press the "Link" button (sometimes labeled "Log in to Activision").
- Enter your Activision account email and password.
- Grant the required permissions when prompted.
- Confirm the connection. You will see a confirmation message once the link is successful.
After linking, all your future progress will be saved to your Activision account. COD Mobile account linking is the only way to protect your investment of time and in-game purchases.
Linking social media accounts as a backup
You can also connect Facebook, Google, Apple ID, or Twitter as secondary login methods. These social media links serve as convenient ways to log in quickly, but they are not the primary storage for your game progression. Activision remains the source of truth for your rank, weapons, and unlocks. To link a social account, go to the settings menu, find the "Social" or "Account" section, select your platform (Facebook, Google, Apple ID, or Twitter), and follow the login prompts. Remember that only the Activision account stores your permanent progression; social media links are a backup login method, not a replacement for the core Activision link.
How to transfer your COD Mobile data to a new device
Transferring your data is automatic once your Activision account is linked. On your new device, install Call of Duty: Mobile from the app store. Enter the same Activision account credentials you used on your old device. The game will automatically sync your progress, including your rank, loadouts, battle pass tiers, and purchased items. No manual transfer or backup file is needed. Just wait for the synchronization to complete, and you can continue exactly where you left off.
Managing linked accounts and unlinking
To see which platform accounts are connected to your Activision account, log into the Activision website and go to your profile settings. You will see a list of linked platforms such as PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, Battle.net, Nintendo, and Ubisoft. However, logging into Call of Duty: Mobile directly with these console or PC accounts is not always supported. If you need to unlink a platform account (for example, to sell a console or fix a login issue), you can do so on the Activision website. Note that you may unlink individual platform accounts from an Activision account only once every 12 months. Your progress is permanently tied to the original Activision account you linked; if you attempt to log in with different Activision credentials, your progress will not transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer my COD Mobile account from iOS to Android?
Yes. As long as your Call of Duty: Mobile account is linked to the same Activision account, you can switch between iOS and Android devices without losing any progress. Simply install the game on the new device and log into your Activision account.
What happens if I never link my COD Mobile account?
If you do not link your account, your progress is stored only on your current device. You would have to start over from level 1.
Can I unlink my Activision account from COD Mobile?
You cannot transfer that progress to a different Activision account. However, you can unlink individual platform accounts (like Facebook or Google) from your Activision account on the Activision website, but this is limited to once every 12 months.
Is linking to Facebook or Google enough to save my progress?
No. Social media links are only convenient login methods. Your actual game progression, rank, and purchases are stored on your Activision account. You must link to an Activision account to ensure your data is saved permanently and can be transferred between devices.
Do I need an Activision account to play COD Mobile?
No, you can play the game without one. However, without linking to an Activision account, your progress is not saved to the cloud and will be lost if you change devices or reinstall the game. Linking is strongly recommended to protect your data.
Can I link my COD Mobile account to multiple platforms?
No, you can only link your COD Mobile account to one platform, either a social media account or an Activision account.
Can I unlink my COD Mobile account from a linked platform?
Yes, you can unlink your COD Mobile account from a linked platform by going to the settings menu and selecting the appropriate option.
