Back up your iPhone on Windows

Backing up your iPhone is a reliable way to secure your data in case your device is lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged. Fortunately, you can easily back up your iPhone to a Windows computer. This article explains how to easily back up your iOS devices to a Windows computer using iTunes.

Get iTunes on your computer

To start backing up your iOS device to a Windows computer, get the iTunes app from Apple's official website , or get iTunes for Windows from Apple Support Page If you can't access the Microsoft Store.

1. Open iTunes on your computer once it's installed.
2. Sign in with your Apple ID and password by going to “Account -> Log in.”
3. Connect your Apple device to your Windows computer using a USB or USB-C charging cable.
4. Click "Continue" In the pop-up window requesting access to your iOS device.

5. Click on "Trust" in a box"Trust This Computer?” The pop-up dialog on your iOS device to connect your device and computer for syncing purposes.

If your iOS device is connected to your computer, you'll see a small smartphone icon at the bottom. "the account" on your computer.

Start the backup process

1. Click Smartphone code above.
2. Select an option "Summary".
3. On the right, you should select “Backups” , where all your options for backing up your devices are listed.
4. If you choose to backup automatically, you will have two options: The first is iCloud option , where your smartphone will be automatically backed up over Wi-Fi (provided it's charging). Alternatively, if you choose the This computer You can only back up your iOS device when it is connected to your computer.

5. Click Backup now To back up your files manually. You don't need Wi-Fi for this, but you should leave your device connected to your computer while it's backing up.
Note: Manually backing up your devices will not interfere with any automatic backup settings you have set up.

6. Choose to encrypt your device backup if you store sensitive information such as passwords and check the box. Local backup encryption Before you begin the process, a password is required to encrypt your local backup. Store it securely, as you cannot recover it if you forget it.

7. A bar will appear at the top of the iTunes window showing the backup progress. Do not disconnect your iOS device or turn off your computer until the backup process is complete.

8. Safely eject your iOS device from your Windows computer once the backup is complete to ensure Secure all your files, personal data and information.To ensure your device has been backed up, check the date and time of the completed backup under “Latest backup”.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I backup my iOS device without iTunes?
answer. Yes, you can back up your iOS device through iCloud by setting iCloud to automatically back up your files at a specific time interval. The downside to iCloud backups is that you need sufficient iCloud storage space; if you run out of space, your devices will stop backing up.

You can also use third-party software to back up your iOS devices. These provide settings that help you manage and control the amount of data you decide to back up. Most third-party backup software allows users to take partial backups and the option to back up directly to their computer's hard drive.

Q2. How do I purchase additional iCloud storage?
answer. To purchase additional storage space, go to "Settings" On your phone, tap your name, then tap "ICloud". Here you should see exactly how much storage you've used and how much of each type of data is in your iCloud storage. Click Storage Management , Then "promotion" To upgrade to iCloud+.

If you're skeptical about subscription prices, remember that iCloud+ comes with premium features as well as more storage space. These include: Custom email domain و Private Reboot (Experimental) و HomeKit Secure Video Recording Among other things. If you don't want to upgrade, back up your data on your computer.

Q3. Can I back up my iPhone and iPad to the same Windows computer?
answer. Yes. You can back up different iOS devices to the same Windows computer, as iTunes creates different backups for each device. View all backups on your computer by going to iTunes, clicking "Edit," and then “Preferences” , Then "Devices". All encrypted backups have a lock icon in front of the date of the last backup.