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How to backup an iPhone
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Scared about losing your data when you change iPhone?Here is how you can backup your iPhone in three different ways.
Backing up your phone is something that everyone should be doing. Even if you’re not planning on upgrading anytime soon, it’s best to have a complete backup of all your data, just in case anything happens to your device.
You can backup your iPhone three different ways, and we’re going to run you through each one so you can decide which method works best for you.
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Depending on which method you follow, you will need different equipment.
The Short Version: How to backup your iPhone using iCloud
How to backup your iPhone using iCloud
Step1
Go into Settings
Click on the small cogs icon to get into your Settings app.
Step2
Click on your Apple ID
Your Apple ID will be at the top of your Settings and will usually have a picture of your own face. If you’re not logged in, make sure to log into your Apple ID to backup your iPhone.
Step3
Click on iCloud
The iCloud button will bring you to a page that shows you how much storage you have left in the Cloud.
Step4
Tap iCloud Backup, make sure it’s turned on
You can turn Backup on easily; click on iPhone Backup and make sure that the top option is green.
Step5
Click Backup Now
Pressing Backup Now will automatically start the backup process. You can cancel the backup if you change your mind.
How to backup your iPhone using a Mac
How to backup your iPhone using a Windows PC
iCloud backup includes almost all of the data and settings stored on the device, iCloud backup’s do not include data that are already stored in the iCloud, such as contacts or calendars.
You can connect your iPhone to both your Mac and Windows PC wirelessly if you set up Wi-Fi syncing. However, this won’t be supported on all computers.
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