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Backup before transfer?

Why do i need to back up my phone before transferring my data to the new phone?

Posted on Nov 20, 2020 1:28 PM

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Posted on Nov 20, 2020 1:37 PM

It is a precautionary measure. It is insurance, should something go wrong during the transfer and data gets corrupted. If that happens then you have a backup file to restore your iPhone from. You are welcome to make the transfer without creating a backup file as well. Choice and risk is entirely yours.


Axel F.

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Nov 20, 2020 1:37 PM in response to Reemak_

It is a precautionary measure. It is insurance, should something go wrong during the transfer and data gets corrupted. If that happens then you have a backup file to restore your iPhone from. You are welcome to make the transfer without creating a backup file as well. Choice and risk is entirely yours.


Axel F.

Backup before transfer?

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