How to Backup iPhone on Mac 2019

1. How to Backup iPhone on Mac Using iTunes

Follow these simple steps to back up your iPhone to iTunes.

Step 1: On your Mac, launch iTunes. If you see a message asking you to Trust this Device, follow the on-screen instructions to comply. If your passcode is requested, enter it to continue.

Step 2: Select the iPhone when it appears in iTunes.

Step 3: If you want to encrypt the data in the backup, select the box marked "Encrypt iPhone Backup" and create a password. Otherwise just click "Back Up Now."

Step 4: When the process is complete, you can check the recently created backup under Summary. Look under Latest Backup to find the date and time.


2. How to Backup iPhone on Mac Using iCloud

To back up your device via iCloud, follow these simple steps.

Step 1: Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network.

Step 2: Go to Settings > Your Name and then tap "iCloud." If you are using iOS 10.2 or earlier, go to Settings and scroll down to find "iCloud."

Step 3: Tap "iCloud Backup" or "Backup" if you are on an earlier version of iOS. Ensure "iCloud Backup" is turned on.

Step 4: Now just tap "Back Up Now" and keep the device connected to the Wi-Fi network until the process is complete.



Keep in mind that you can also schedule an automatic iCloud backup, follow these simple steps to do that.

Step 1: Go to Settings > Your Name > iCloud > iCloud Backup or Settings > iCloud > Backup for earlier versions of iOS to ensure "iCloud Backup" is turned on.

Step 2: Connect the device to a power source and a Wi-Fi network.

Step 3: Make sure that the device's screen is locked and that you have adequate storage space in iCloud. The backup process should begin automatically.

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