backup iPhone via Windows itunes

It's first time I backup my iPhone to Windows iTunes and It shows this message:




I want to be sure no iPhone Data is deleted, Can I click on continue ?

I don't want any synchronization to Windows iTunes but only backup.





Posted on Feb 19, 2023 11:24 AM

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Feb 19, 2023 1:58 PM in response to Rickyleroy

When you synchronize, your iPhone matches the content with what is stored in iTunes. For example Contacts, Calendar, Pictures, Music and Movies.


Source, Apple Support:

You can only sync your device with one iTunes library at a time. If you see a message that your device is synced with another iTunes library, your device was previously connected to another computer. If you click "Erase and Sync" in that message, all content of the selected type on your device will be erased and replaced with content from this computer.


You can find more information here:

Use iTunes to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support

Feb 19, 2023 12:34 PM in response to Rickyleroy

If you press "Continue" iTunes will start synchronizing. It always happens when you connect a device to iTunes for the first time. Before iTunes can make a back up and make use of iTunes' other functions, your iPhone must first be "rolled" into the system, and it starts with a synchronization.


I can't promise that your iPhone won't sync!, but you can try turning off automatic syncing. Go to iTunes preferences, tap Devices, and check "Prevent iPods, iPhones and iPads from syncing automatically"

Feb 20, 2023 3:39 AM in response to Rickyleroy

Yes, iTunes can easily back up multiple devices on the same computer. But you just have to be aware that if your devices are synchronized with other iTunes Libraries, the content on them will be deleted and overwritten with what is in your iTunes.

Feb 21, 2023 12:23 AM in response to Rickyleroy

Nothing will be removed from your device without your approval first. Apple also writes that.


"If you see a message that your device is synced with another iTunes library, your device was previously connected to another computer. If you click "Erase and Sync" in that message, all content of the selected type on your device will be erased and replaced with content from this computer"


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