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Is it a must I use Wi-Fi to backup my iCloud

Is it a must I use Wi-Fi to backup my iCloud

iPhone 6s Plus, iOS 15

Posted on Dec 9, 2022 3:05 AM

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Posted on Dec 9, 2022 3:58 AM

Yes, you will have to use a Wi-Fi network to create your iCloud backup.

But your can also create a backup on your computer, if you don't have access to a Wi-Fi network.

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

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iTunes on your PC - Apple Support

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Dec 9, 2022 3:58 AM in response to gonzales51

Yes, you will have to use a Wi-Fi network to create your iCloud backup.

But your can also create a backup on your computer, if you don't have access to a Wi-Fi network.

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

How to back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iTunes on your PC - Apple Support

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