How do I resolve insufficient storage for iPhone backup?

Won’t update cause it won’t backup due to insufficient storage room.



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Posted on Mar 24, 2025 3:36 PM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2025 3:40 PM

There are two distinct storage levels. On-Device Storage and iCloud Storage.


So, open Settings and report back on the following:


  1. Settings > General > iPhone Storage - how much space if available out of how much total storage
  2. Settings > Tap your name at the top > Tap iCloud - how much space is available out of how much total storage
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Mar 24, 2025 3:40 PM in response to Humbug___you

There are two distinct storage levels. On-Device Storage and iCloud Storage.


So, open Settings and report back on the following:


  1. Settings > General > iPhone Storage - how much space if available out of how much total storage
  2. Settings > Tap your name at the top > Tap iCloud - how much space is available out of how much total storage

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