What should I do if there’s no WiFi available to connect to during a iCloud backup

What should I do if there’s no WiFi available to connect to during a iCloud backup

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Posted on Aug 30, 2019 1:56 AM

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Posted on Aug 30, 2019 5:43 AM

iCloud backups can only be done over wifi. If you have another cellular device you could potentially use that as a personal hotspot for the phone, otherwise you will have to wait until you have access to a wifi network.

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Aug 30, 2019 5:43 AM in response to Monicaleigh_2000

iCloud backups can only be done over wifi. If you have another cellular device you could potentially use that as a personal hotspot for the phone, otherwise you will have to wait until you have access to a wifi network.

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