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David Mussington

Q: how do i delete backups in iCloud

I just sold an iPad.  Per instructions, I deactivated find my iPhone, and used the backup from iCloud to restore key applications and data to a new device.  Now I want to delete the backup that I used from the "named device" that I used to own.  When I try to delete it it tells me that the backup is "in use" even though my new device now shows up as a separate item.

 

How can I delete this backup and reclaim some of my iCloud drive storage?

iPad Air Wi-Fi, Cellular, Backups

Posted on Oct 26, 2014 8:45 AM

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  • by ssschmidt,

    ssschmidt ssschmidt Oct 26, 2014 8:47 AM in response to David Mussington
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    Oct 26, 2014 8:47 AM in response to David Mussington

    I believe that when you restore from a backup, that backup is "locked" for a period of time.  So you will have to wait until the time elapses.  You can call Applecare and ask them how long you have to wait prior to deleting the backup file, or maybe they can assist in it's removal.

     

    HTH