Backing up an iPhone

Options and steps on how to back up an iPhone to prepare to wipe or restore the phone.

 

 

There are two options to backup an iPhone, backing it up to iCloud or backing it up to iTunes.

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iCloud Backup

1.  Ensure your device is connected to WiFi
2. In Settings, tap the Apple ID Banner at the top
3. Tap iCloud
4. Tap iCloud Backup (you will have to scroll down)
5. Turn on the toggle switch (green will be visible) and tap OK

 

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iTunes Backup

1. Open iTunes and connect your device to your computer via USB, you may need select to enter your device's PIN or click "OK" on a "Trust This Computer" pop up
2. Select your device on the left hand side
3. Click "Back Up Now"
4. You should now see "Latest Backups" read the time and date you completed the backup