Users of Apple products sometimes face the problem of losing personal data from their devices. It occurs either due to improper use, or due to some other reasons. The question is not too fundamental. That is why users should know how to back up an iPhone to keep their data safe. Manipulation is not so difficult as it might seem at first glance.
What is a backup
Back in 2007, such a function appeared. Along with the release of the first iPhone. Before you create a backup copy of your iPhone, you should understand what it is. First of all, this is a way to keep your personal data intact, regardless of whether the Apple device is working. That is, even if the smartphone is lost or broken, the data from it remains in the company's system, and they can be retrieved later without any problems.
Possible options
There are only a few ways to back up your iPhone. And the easiest is the simplest device synchronizationwith a personal computer by connecting one to the other. This is done through the official program called iTunes. Every iPhone owner should install it on their computer, because without it the functionality of the device can be very limited.
Using "tuna"
This is how advanced users of "apple" products call the program. So how do you back up an iPhone to iTunes? First you need to download the latest version of the program to your personal computer. After that, you need to connect your gadget with a cable to the appropriate connector. After launching the program, it is necessary to agree with the permission of this particular computer to access the device. It is noteworthy that starting with iTunes 10.0.1, the prompt is displayed automatically. If you do not give access, then the program simply will not work. Further, the backup will start automatically, nothing is required from the user. Synchronization takes a long time, especially if the gadget's memory contains a large number of files, applications and other important personal data.
Obsolete versions and devices
Unfortunately, not every "apple" smartphone starts automatic copying. Therefore, it is worth knowing other ways of how to back up an iPhone on a computer. The process does not cause difficulties, but the buttons will have topress several times more than in the method described above.
iPhone 5 and 5s
Of course, these versions are not the most outdated, but they are currently the most popular. Therefore, before creating a backup copy of iPhone 5, you need to turn on iTunes, connect the gadget. Then, in the menu of your device (it is displayed on the sidebar), select the "Overview" sub-item. This is where you can set the synchronization conditions. In the "Backups" section, all manipulations are performed. For example, you can choose where this copy will be stored: on a computer or in iCloud cloud storage. The latter option is preferable because it gives access to data from any device to the owner if he correctly enters his username and password from the account. After choosing a storage location, you only need to press the "Backup Now" button. After that, the synchronization process will start. Additionally, you can encrypt data by setting a password. This is usually required in cases where the necessary files are really very important and valuable. And, of course, it is worth remembering this password in order to have access to data.
Tip
Before you back up your iPhone 5S or any other, you should set the parameters. That is, choose which data will be synchronized. By default, the following data is stored:
- notes;
- contacts;
- passwords;
- browser bookmarks"Safari";
- browser settings;
- all posts;
- network settings for accessing the network;
- Game Center account;
- photos;
- accounts in applications that are built-in by default;
- calendar events;
- alarm clock;
- wallpaper;
- shopping.
But the installed applications, unfortunately, are not included in this list. Therefore, it is desirable to synchronize them separately. It is quite simple to do this: you just need to transfer purchases. Under "File" there is a podcast "Devices". In it, just select the "Transfer purchases from iPhone" button. After that, synchronization will start, which will take a lot of time if there are a large number of applications. Now, even if the device is lost, data can always be recovered from the computer's hard drive.
iCloud
There is another quick and easy way to back up your iPhone. In this case, the computer is no longer required. You can carry out all the manipulations directly from your phone. You need to go to the device settings by selecting iCloud. In the section there is a category "Backups". You need to turn the gray indicator in the "Copy to iCloud" column so that it turns green. Next, you need to press the bottom key. It's called "Copy Now". Everything, after that, the transfer of important data to the Apple server will begin. It is noteworthy that employees of the company can view them if the government requires them to do so, if there are arguments. However, it happensthis is extremely rare. The last copy, or rather the time it was created, is always displayed on the device in the iCloud panel. By periodically synchronizing, you can save all your important data in case your phone breaks down, gets lost or stolen.
