TS5347: iCloud: Deleting an iCloud backup

Learn about iCloud: Deleting an iCloud backup
cbarb311

Q: i have no storage what happens if i delete my backup


I need to add storage without having to pay for anything and do not know how to do so

Posted on Nov 9, 2014 8:11 AM

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Q: i have no storage what happens if i delete my backup

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  • by ardchoille42,

    ardchoille42 ardchoille42 Nov 9, 2014 8:52 AM in response to cbarb311
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    Nov 9, 2014 8:52 AM in response to cbarb311

    You can delete an iCloud backup without problems. Once you delete a backup I recommend creating a new one. You will need to go to Settings > iCloud > Backup and turn on iCloud Backup - deleting the current backup will turn this setting off. Once you have turned this setting back on, you can create a new backup using the button that will appear under the iCloud Backup setting - the Backup button is not visible while the iCloud Backup setting it turned off but will reappear when the iCloud Backup setting is again enabled.

  • by Star Traveler,

    Star Traveler Star Traveler Nov 9, 2014 11:38 AM in response to cbarb311
    Level 4 (1,612 points)
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    Nov 9, 2014 11:38 AM in response to cbarb311

    Do you need storage space on your iOS device or on iCloud?

     

    ALSO ... be sure to know how your backups work from these Apple Support documents, so you know what is saved and what is lost! If you use your iTunes program on your computer, you can save a backup without using up your iCloud space, if that's what you're talking about.

     

    Choosing an iOS Backup Method (Should I Use iTunes or iCloud to back up ...)

    https://support.apple.com/kb/HT5262

     

    Back up and Restore your iOS Device with iCloud or iTunes

    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1766

     

    iTunes: About iOS Backups

    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4946

     

    Create and Delete iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch Backups in iTunes

    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4946

     

    iOS: Troubleshooting Encrypted Backups

    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS5162