iCloud Space is Needed To Backup a full 256 IPhone 11???

How much space does iCloud need to backup a full 256G iPhone 11? I don’t really want to pay for more space or delete my photos, but it looks like I’ll have to. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, especially the space problem. Thanks and God Bless

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Aug 31, 2023 1:59 PM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2023 2:14 PM

Check to see how much data you have on your phone:


What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support


Remember, apps themselves are not going to be backed up.


For most people. 5 gigs of data is not going to be enough. But, for 99 cents a month, you can get 50 gigs. You can also back up your phone to a computer. Or, you can transfer pictures to your computer (not sync through iCloud) and then delete them from your phone and iCloud. Or, you could opt not to sync your photos using iCloud.

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Aug 31, 2023 2:14 PM in response to Disappearing1

Check to see how much data you have on your phone:


What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? - Apple Support


Remember, apps themselves are not going to be backed up.


For most people. 5 gigs of data is not going to be enough. But, for 99 cents a month, you can get 50 gigs. You can also back up your phone to a computer. Or, you can transfer pictures to your computer (not sync through iCloud) and then delete them from your phone and iCloud. Or, you could opt not to sync your photos using iCloud.

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