How to Back Up iCloud

Last update: 18/12/2023

Want know how to backup iCloud on your Apple device? Backing up your data is essential to protect your information in the event of a device failure. Fortunately, iCloud gives you the option to back up securely, and it's very easy to do. In this article, we will show you step by step how to backup iCloud on your iPhone, iPad or Mac so you can save your data safely and without complications.

– Step by step ➡️ How to Backup Icloud

  • Open the "Settings" app on your iOS device.
  • Tap your name at the top of the screen.
  • Select "iCloud" within the options.
  • Scroll down and choose “iCloud Backup.”
  • Make sure the backup feature is activated.
  • If necessary, tap “Back up now” to immediately start the backup process.
  • To schedule automatic backups, turn on the “Back up to iCloud” option.
  • Choose which apps and data you want to back up.
  • Wait for the backup to complete, which may take time depending on the amount of data to be backed up and the speed of your internet connection.

Q&A

How to backup iCloud on my iPhone?

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  2. Select your name and then iCloud.
  3. Scroll down and click iCloud Backup.
  4. Turn on iCloud Backup if it is turned off.
  5. Click Backup Now to start the backup.

How to backup iCloud on my iPad?

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPad.
  2. Tap your name and then iCloud.
  3. Scroll down and click iCloud Backup.
  4. Turn on iCloud Backup if it is turned off.
  5. Tap Backup Now to start the backup.

How to backup iCloud on my Mac?

  1. Open the Apple menu in the upper left corner of the screen.
  2. Click System Preferences and then iCloud.
  3. Check the box for iCloud Backup.
  4. Select Options to choose what data you want to back up.
  5. Click Done and then Backup Now to start the backup.

How to backup iCloud on my PC?

  1. Download and install iCloud for Windows from Apple's website.
  2. Sign in with your Apple ID.
  3. Select iCloud Drive, Photos, Contacts, Calendars and Tasks to backup.
  4. Click Apply to start iCloud backup on your PC.

How to backup iCloud on my iPhone without Wi-Fi?

  1. Connect your iPhone to a Wi-Fi network for automatic backup.
  2. If you don't have access to Wi-Fi, you can make a backup manually by connecting your iPhone to a computer with iTunes.

How to backup iCloud without deleting data?

  1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device.
  2. Tap your name and then iCloud.
  3. Scroll down and click iCloud Backup.
  4. Disable the “Find My iPhone” option if it is activated to avoid deleting data during the backup.

How to backup iCloud on my iPhone after changing storage size?

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  2. Tap your name and then iCloud.
  3. Select Manage Storage and choose Change Storage Plan.
  4. Choose a larger storage plan if your backup doesn't fit in your current plan.
  5. If your backup still doesn't fit, delete old and unwanted data before making a new backup.

How to backup iCloud on my iPad without space?

  1. Free up space on your iPad by deleting unwanted photos, videos, and apps.
  2. Open the Settings app, select your name, then iCloud.
  3. Scroll down and click iCloud Backup.
  4. Disable the “Find My iPad” option if it is enabled to avoid deleting data during the backup.

How to backup iCloud on my Mac without deleting anything?

  1. Open the Apple menu and click System Preferences.
  2. Select iCloud and make sure iCloud Backup is turned on.
  3. If you need more space, consider upgrading to a larger storage plan.
  4. You don't need to delete anything from your Mac before backing up to iCloud.

How to backup iCloud on my PC without losing photos?

  1. Download and install iCloud for Windows from Apple's website.
  2. Sign in with your Apple ID and select Photos to Backup.
  3. Click Apply and the photos on your PC will be synced to iCloud without losing them.
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