Go to Settings 
> [yourname]> iCloud> iCloud Backup.
Turn on iCloud Backup.
iCloud automatically backs up your iPhone daily when iPhone is connected to power, locked, and connected to Wi-Fi.
Note: On models that support 5G, your carrier may give you the option to back up iPhone using your cellular network. Go to Settings> [yourname]> iCloud> iCloud Backup, then turn on or off Back Up Over Cellular.
To perform a manual backup, tap Back Up Now.
To view your iCloud backups, go to Settings> [yourname]> iCloud> Manage Account Storage> Backups. To delete a backup on the device you’re using, choose a backup from the list, then tap Turn Off and Delete from iCloud. To delete a backup on a different device using the same AppleID, tap Delete.
Note: If you turn on an app or feature to use iCloud syncing (in Settings> [yourname]> iCloud> Show All), its information is stored in iCloud. Because the information is automatically kept up to date on all your devices, it’s not included in your iCloud backup. See the Apple Support article What does iCloud back up?.
FAQs
iCloud backups include all the information and settings stored on your device that don't already sync to iCloud. iCloud backups don't include: Data that you already store and sync in iCloud, like Contacts, Calendars, and Notes. Photos, if you turned on iCloud Photos.
Why is my iPhone not backing up when I have enough storage? ›
If your iPhone won't back up when you've clearly got enough available storage, several potential issues might be at play; let's take a quick look: Poor network connection. Low iPhone battery at time of backup. Problems with iCloud settings.
Why does my iCloud backup keep failing? ›
A variety of factors can cause iCloud backup errors, including mismatched Apple ID credentials, a poor Wi-Fi connection, not enough iCloud storage, and a lack of physical storage space on the device. Whatever the cause, there are some simple troubleshooting steps to try.
Why is my iPhone taking so long to backup? ›
If your iCloud backup is taking longer than expected to complete. Open the Settings app, then tap Wi-Fi to make sure that you're connected to Wi-Fi. Check your upload speed. Leave your device connected to power and Wi-Fi for 24 hours.
What does a full backup of an iPhone include? ›
Backup iPhone using iTunes
Your iTunes backup includes: 1. Purchased music, apps, and books, 2. Photos and video in the Camera Roll, 3. Device settings (for example, Phone Favorites, Wallpaper, and Mail, Contacts, Calendar accounts), 4.
Is it worth backing up your iPhone? ›
It is advisable to regularly create backups of your phone's contents, so that nothing gets lost either due to an accident or some other unexpected issue. There are different ways for you to backup your iPhone.
Why is my iPhone storage full when I have iCloud storage? ›
The key takeaway: iCloud stores your data, but it doesn't remove it from your device by default. Downloaded movies, music you haven't streamed in ages, and those "just-in-case" apps can silently gobble up space.
How do I make sure iCloud is fully backed up? ›
Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup. Turn on iCloud Backup. iCloud automatically backs up your iPhone daily when iPhone is connected to power, locked, and connected to Wi-Fi. Note: On models that support 5G, your carrier may give you the option to back up iPhone using your cellular network.
How do I increase my iPhone backup storage? ›
How to upgrade on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro
- Go to Settings, then tap your name.
- Tap iCloud, then tap Manage Account Storage or Manage Storage. ...
- If you already subscribe to iCloud+, tap Buy More Storage or Change Storage Plan.
- Choose a plan and follow the onscreen instructions.
Back up manually
Go to Settings > [your name], and tap iCloud. Tap iCloud Backup. Tap Back Up Now. Stay connected to your Wi-Fi network until the process ends.
- 1 Identify the error type. The first step in troubleshooting a backup failure is to identify the type of error that occurred. ...
- 2 Review the backup settings. ...
- 3 Perform a test backup. ...
- 4 Apply a fix or workaround. ...
- 5 Document and monitor the issue.
The most common reason for a Cloud backup to fail is the snapshot volume being full. The snapshot volume is a logical volume that is created during the backup process. This snapshot volume will store all changes written to disk during the process of your backup.
Why does my iPhone say not enough iCloud storage when there is? ›
Why does my device show a "Not Enough iCloud Storage" message even though I have space available? This can happen due to various reasons, such as syncing issues, temporary storage glitches, or outdated iCloud status.
What's the longest an iPhone backup can take? ›
Normally, it takes from 30 mins to 2 hours to back up your iPhone. The process depends on different conditions, such as: how full is your iPhone storage: if there is almost no GB left, your backup might take ages or even never happen. The device needs some free space to process the copying and encryption of your data.
How to speed up backup on iPhone? ›
How to make iCloud backup faster
- Tip 1: Free up space on iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch to make iCloud backup faster. ...
- Tip 2: Avoid backing up large files to speed up iCloud backup. ...
- Tip 3: Ensure a fast Wi-Fi connection to speed up iCloud backup. ...
- Tip 4: Disable unnecessary backup to make iCloud backup faster.
iCloud: Transfer your data and purchased content to your new device from your previous device's iCloud backup. Apple Devices app, iTunes, or the Finder: Transfer your data and purchased content to your new device from a backup you made with the Apple Devices app, iTunes, or the Finder.
Does iPhone backup include photos and videos? ›
If you haven't turned on iCloud Photos, iCloud Backup may include photos and videos in your Photos or Camera Roll, as well as face information from the People & Pets album. When you use iCloud Photos, your photos, videos, and face information automatically sync to iCloud so they aren't included in your daily backup.
How do I backup my iPhone without losing everything? ›
Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup. Turn on Backup This iPhone. iCloud automatically backs up your iPhone daily when iPhone is connected to power, locked, and connected to Wi-Fi. Note: On models that support 5G, your carrier may give you the option to back up iPhone using your cellular network.
How do I backup my entire iPhone? ›
How to back up your iPhone or iPad with iCloud
- Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
- Go to Settings > [your name], and tap iCloud.
- Tap iCloud Backup.
- Tap Back Up Now. Stay connected to your Wi-Fi network until the process ends. Under Back Up Now, the date and time of your last backup is shown.
> [yourname]> iCloud> iCloud Backup.