Restoring an iCloud backup is a great way to get your iPhone back to its previous state if you’ve lost data or switched to a new device. Here’s how to do it:
What to do before restoring
- Make sure you have a recent iCloud backup. You can check your iCloud backups by going to Settings > iCloud > Storage and tapping Manage Storage. You can also create a new backup by going to Settings > iCloud > Backup and tapping Back Up Now.
- Connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi. Restoring from an iCloud backup can use a lot of data, so it’s best to connect your iPhone to Wi-Fi to avoid using up your mobile data.
- Make sure your iPhone is charged. The restore process can take some time, so it’s best to make sure your iPhone is plugged in or has enough battery life to complete the process.
- Have your Apple ID and password ready. You will need to enter your Apple ID and password to restore from your iCloud backup.
How to restore from an iCloud backup
- Go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. This will wipe all of your data and settings from your iPhone, so make sure you have a backup before doing this.
- Tap on Erase iPhone. This will confirm that you want to erase all of your data and settings.
- Set up your iPhone as new. You will be asked to choose a language, region, and Wi-Fi network. You will also be asked to agree to the terms and conditions.
- Restore from an iCloud backup. When you reach the Apps & Data screen, tap on Restore from iCloud Backup.
- Sign in to your iCloud account.
- Select the backup you want to restore from. You will see a list of your iCloud backups. Select the backup that you want to restore from.
- Wait for the restore to complete. The restore process can take some time, depending on the size of your backup.
- Set up your iPhone. Once the restore is complete, you will be asked to set up your iPhone as new. This includes setting up your Face ID or Touch ID, creating a passcode, and restoring your apps and data.
What to do after restoring
- Check your apps and data. Make sure that all of your apps and data have been restored successfully.
- Update your apps. Once your apps have been restored, you should check for updates.
- Review your settings. Make sure that your settings are the way you want them to be.
- Sign back in to your accounts. You will need to sign back in to your accounts, such as your email, social media, and banking accounts.
Tips
- If you are restoring from an iCloud backup that is older than iOS 15, you will need to update your iPhone to iOS 15 before you can restore the backup.
- If you are restoring from an iCloud backup that is larger than 20GB, you may need to connect your iPhone to a computer with iTunes to restore the backup.
- If you are having problems restoring your iCloud backup, you can contact Apple Support for help.
