Why does it say I have 200GB of iCloud storage when I only am on a free plan and should only get 5BG?

In my apple iCloud settings, it says I have 200GB of storage on both Mac and iPhone - however, I am only on a 5GB plan - I have clicked manage and add storage and it says I am on a 5GB plan

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.0

Posted on Dec 31, 2021 6:01 PM

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Posted on Jan 2, 2022 6:44 AM

Hello Heidi__C,


We see you have a question regarding your iCloud storage, and we'd be happy to help out.


Are you part of a Family Sharing group? If so, it's possible that someone in the group has upgraded their storage and is sharing the allotted amount with you. You can check on Family Sharing in Settings > [your name] > Family Sharing.


Further details on Family Sharing setup can be found here: Set up Family Sharing


Also, check your subscriptions to see if you are subscribed to Apple One, such as via a free trial, as this would come with increased iCloud storage as well: How to cancel a subscription from Apple



Cheers.

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Jan 2, 2022 6:44 AM in response to Heidi__C

Hello Heidi__C,


We see you have a question regarding your iCloud storage, and we'd be happy to help out.


Are you part of a Family Sharing group? If so, it's possible that someone in the group has upgraded their storage and is sharing the allotted amount with you. You can check on Family Sharing in Settings > [your name] > Family Sharing.


Further details on Family Sharing setup can be found here: Set up Family Sharing


Also, check your subscriptions to see if you are subscribed to Apple One, such as via a free trial, as this would come with increased iCloud storage as well: How to cancel a subscription from Apple



Cheers.

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Why does it say I have 200GB of iCloud storage when I only am on a free plan and should only get 5BG?

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