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WiFi backups

Can I use cellular data to backup my phone instead of WiFi


iPhone 8, iOS 14

Posted on Feb 28, 2021 10:46 PM

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Posted on Feb 28, 2021 11:23 PM

Your question isn't complete and we have to presume you mean backups to iCloud rather than to a computer.


The answer is no. Wi-Fi is required to backup an iPhone to your iCloud account.


Read Apple's instructions here.

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WiFi backups

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