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iCloud storage

I have lots of iCloud storage available. Why am I getting messages that I don't have anymore?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Feb 25, 2021 2:55 PM

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User profile for user: javaliga
javaliga
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Posted on Feb 25, 2021 5:58 PM

Are you sure you are not confusing your device's PHYSICAL storage with your iCloud VIRTUAL storage? They are two completely different things and one cannot substitute for the other. For more info, see:

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support

How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Manage your iCloud storage - Apple Support


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javaliga
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Feb 25, 2021 5:58 PM in response to TLKV

Are you sure you are not confusing your device's PHYSICAL storage with your iCloud VIRTUAL storage? They are two completely different things and one cannot substitute for the other. For more info, see:

What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support

How to check the storage on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support

Manage your iCloud storage - Apple Support


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