How do I backup iPad with Time Machine?

How do I backup iPad with Time Machine? Not enough free memory to go thru MacBook.

Posted on Oct 12, 2022 10:48 PM

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Posted on Oct 13, 2022 3:02 AM

The available iOS/iPadOS backup options do not extend to using the Mac Time Machine backup. For iOS/iPadOS, native backup options are limited to iCloud backup - or an iTunes backup to a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder). Backups that are stored on a Mac can themselves be included in a Time Machine backup.


Available backup methods for iOS/iPadOS are outlined here:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


It is possible, however, to use a third-party App to backup data (not device settings) to a variety of external storage options - including third-party Cloud services, external media devices and network storage. One App that comes readily to mind is FileBrowser Professional by Stratospherix:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/filebrowser-professional/id854618029


You would be well advised to review the extensive online Manual and help files to determine suitability for your needs.

https://www.stratospherix.com/products/filebrowserprofessional/filebrowser-professional-user-guide.php


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Oct 13, 2022 3:02 AM in response to sds1662

The available iOS/iPadOS backup options do not extend to using the Mac Time Machine backup. For iOS/iPadOS, native backup options are limited to iCloud backup - or an iTunes backup to a Windows PC (with iTunes for Windows installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder). Backups that are stored on a Mac can themselves be included in a Time Machine backup.


Available backup methods for iOS/iPadOS are outlined here:

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


It is possible, however, to use a third-party App to backup data (not device settings) to a variety of external storage options - including third-party Cloud services, external media devices and network storage. One App that comes readily to mind is FileBrowser Professional by Stratospherix:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/filebrowser-professional/id854618029


You would be well advised to review the extensive online Manual and help files to determine suitability for your needs.

https://www.stratospherix.com/products/filebrowserprofessional/filebrowser-professional-user-guide.php


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