I bought more storage and my iCloud continues to give me the same message: not enough storage

I bought more storage.. but my phone will

not back up

iPhone X, iOS 14

Posted on Jul 21, 2021 7:30 PM

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Jul 21, 2021 8:39 PM in response to valencia79

valencia79 Said:

"I bought more storage and my iCloud continues to give me the same message: not enough storage"

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Try Clearing Space:

A. Clear Temporary Internet Files:

Clear your Temporary Internet Files(Cookies & Cache) of Safari:

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B. Clean TV and Music Libraries:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.

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C. Clear "Other":

Clear the storages named "Other". It basically contains unnecessary files such as caches that are used for system ease of use - all of which gather over time: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tips. Caches would be being used for remembrance of application use.

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