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Q: Can I start an iCloud backup remotely without the phone

How do you remotely start an iCloud backup when you do not have the phone.

iPhone 6, iOS 9.3.5

Posted on Sep 7, 2016 7:23 AM

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Q: Can I start an iCloud backup remotely without the phone

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  • by FoxFifth,

    FoxFifth FoxFifth Sep 7, 2016 8:30 AM in response to risk18
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    Sep 7, 2016 8:30 AM in response to risk18

    Sorry but you can't.

    It will however do it on its own when it is plugged in to charge if it is also connected to wi-fi and the screen is locked if Settings > iCloud > Backup is on.

  • by LACAllen,Apple recommended

    LACAllen LACAllen Sep 7, 2016 8:30 AM in response to risk18
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    Sep 7, 2016 8:30 AM in response to risk18

    You can't.

     

    If you have automatic backups on, they run without intervention when your phone is signed in to iCloud, on wifi, powered by ac and locked.

     

    The backup now button is only available on the device itself.