HT204204: Update the iOS software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Learn about Update the iOS software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
bebo716
Level 1 (4 points)
iCloud

Q: how do I use my purchased icloud space?


I have a 16 gb phone that is almost full but I purchased the 50 gb for $0.99 a month and I can't figure out how to transfer anything into the purchased space! Please help!!!!!

iPhone 6s, iOS 9.3.1

Posted on Apr 9, 2016 3:55 PM

Close
bebo716

Q: how do I use my purchased icloud space?

  • All replies
  • Helpful answers

  • by FoxFifth,

    FoxFifth FoxFifth Apr 9, 2016 4:32 PM in response to bebo716
    Level 7 (27,501 points)
    iPhone
    Apr 9, 2016 4:32 PM in response to bebo716

    iCloud is primarily used to 1) backup iOS devices and 2) sync data between devices. Neither of those frees up any space on your iPhone. iCloud is not designed to be a cloud-only storage location. One thing you can do with iCloud that can free up some space is to turn on Settings > iCloud > Photos > iCloud Photo Library and also turn on Optimize iPhone Storage on that same Settings screen. That will allow the full size original photos to be stored on iCloud while keeping optimized smaller versions on the iPhone. The optimization is automatic and occurs if space is needed on the phone.