An iPhone backup is necessary to ensure data safety in case of OS reinstallation, device failure, software failure or cloud service failure. Ensure information synchronization:
- Address book (all contacts) and call history.
- A complete list of calendars, reminders, notes, and messages (iMessage, SMS, and MMS).
- All photos created using the device (with the exception of photos transported from other media);
- Programs (games, documentation).
- Movies in third-party applications (not converted for iPhone);
- Safari browser data.
How to choose a storage location?
Important to know! It is allowed to store copies only in one place, without the possibility of duplication.
Via iTunes
There are different instructions for new and old iTunes.
For older iTunes, the following procedure is provided:
- Connecting the device to a computer.
- Search for it in the column on the left, where it is provided full review sections.
- Using the “Backups” item at the bottom of the device window.
- Selecting the copy path (iCloud, or classic version on PC).
- Waiting for the copying process to complete.
- Connecting the device to a PC.
- Search for a device by name.
- Start a backup by clicking on the “Create a copy” button.
Using Apple's cloud service - iCloud
When you enable backup, the operation will be carried out daily in automatic mode, subject to a number of requirements:
- Internet connections;
- Availability of a power source;
- Screen lock.
Restoring data from a backup copy is available the first time you start the phone device. A request always appears on the screen; the procedure is carried out after specifying the login and password.
Where can I find copies on my Mac PC?
To find a list of backups, you need to click in the menu bar and enter:
Exists alternative way search for backup:
- With the iTunes app open, click iTunes in the menu bar and select the Settings option.
- Select "Devices".
- While holding down the Control button, all that remains is to select the backup copy and select the “Show in Finder” command.
Where to find a backup in Windows 7, 8 or 10
To search for a list of backups, select:
Or use the alternative:
- Find the search string:
- In Windows 7 OS, click on the “Start” button.
- In Windows 8 OS, click on the magnifying glass icon on the right, in the corner.
- In Windows 10, go to the search bar next to “Start”.
- Enter %appdata% in the search bar.
- Click on the “Enter” button.
- Double click on the folders: AppleComputer > Mobile Sync > Backup.
Where can I find copies on PC?
Where is it saved? backup Iphone on computer? Where to find data from using iTunes or Apple - iCloud, determine the storage paths of the OS type - brief instructions are provided below:
- In the “Username” section, indicate the appropriate option. Owners of PCs running Mac OS may encounter problems finding the “Libraries” folder. It is hidden on version 10.7 (Lion) and higher. To access it, you must own command line or:
- Launch Finder and activate the “Transition” tab at the top.
- By clicking on the Alt button, the “Libraries” folder will be displayed in the menu; you should go to it.
Other storage locations
iTunes and a cloud service can be used to store copies. A negative characteristic of these places is their limited functionality. Only deleting the backup copy is allowed; other manipulations are not possible. To search for a copy in iTunes, you should launch the program and go to the settings section.
In the window that appears, select the “Devices” tab
The window displays full list backup copies stored on the PC and the date they were created.
It is allowed to delete copies without performing other operations (copying or transferring).
Data recovery
As a result of synchronization, a backup copy is created on the iPhone. In the future, it will be used to restore data and transport it to different devices. Encrypted backups (in iOS 4) ensure that passwords and copies are transferred to new devices.
Regardless of the type of experiment performed on the iPhone, it is important to remember that before tampering with it, you should create a backup copy. This function will ensure the safety of all necessary information when you change your phone, or make an error when taking actions to improve it.
How to delete outdated iOS device backups in iTunes?
For the convenience of users, the size of backups stored in iCloud is reduced. But not everyone is comfortable moving to the cloud, entrusting all device information to a remote Apple server. For many, iTunes has long been known convenient way developing a backup copy stored locally on drive “C”. But without understanding this procedure, there is a risk of filling several GB of disk without necessary information(old backup copy of devices).
How to delete outdated backups? Procedure:
The first step is to launch iTunes. Regardless of the OS, Apple's media system is usually included on the device.
Call up the player settings. For Mac, you need to select iTunes - Preferences in the top menu. For Windows, go to Edit - Settings. In case hidden string menu, you must first press Alt on your keyboard.
In the settings section, it remains to activate the “Devices” tab. This will allow you to review all saved documents.
Then you should decide on the choice of method for further action. The first option involves selecting all outdated backups and clicking on the “Delete backups” button. The second method allows you, instead of canceling copies, to open context menu and select the “Archiving” tab. This helps protect your backups from further changes. For many, this function is useful to ensure the safety of the device’s state for a given period of time.
How to quickly switch from storing copies on your PC to the cloud?
All you need to do is connect desired device and on the “Overview” tab in the “Backups” section, change the checkbox to iCloud. By clicking the “Create a copy now” button, the first copy will be purposefully created, with further changes made in automatic mode as the information on the smartphone or tablet is updated. It is important to remember that data synchronization with iCloud is available provided the PC is connected to charger and the Internet.
To disable backup, users are asked to call the Terminal utility and type the command:
How to reduce the size of iCloud backups
When constantly using more than one iOS device, many users prefer to ensure the safety of backups not on the PC, but in the iCloud cloud, which leads to a lack of free space. The standard 5 GB is not enough for many to back up multiple devices that are used for a long time. And not everyone will want to spend money on a more capacious cloud. A convenient solution would be to unload it and free up valuable megabytes.
Working with a device backup in iCloud requires preparing all iOS devices that save backups in the cloud. The iCloud Control Panel accessible from OS X or Windows does not provide the functionality you expect. The optimal solution would be to use your first iOS device and go to the “Settings” section. There you should activate the “iCloud” button and go to the storage and backups section.
In the “Storage” item, pay attention to the “Documents and Data” tab. It usually contains games and programs that provide the ability to synchronize information between devices using iCloud. If applications do not start, you should use the “Change” button (top right) and select the “Delete all” command. After successfully removing unnecessary applications, all that remains is to do backups.
By specifying the backup copies of the device you are using, the screen will display the date the last copy was created and its current parameters. Below, iOS reports the amount of space occupied by the next backup, provided the device is connected to the network again. Next, a list of applications occupying MB in iCloud will be displayed.
You should specify the “Browse all programs” command, which will display a list standard applications iOS, and those that were installed and uninstalled independently. The main task is to disable applications that do not contain valuable information.
The best option is to reduce the size of backup copies of all devices stored in the cloud using the instructions above. This will delay the need to purchase extra GB of iCloud and revert to wired backup through iTunes.
Overview of backup information for iOS devices
It is allowed to copy and save information on iOS devices using backup. When you change devices, backups allow you to transfer data to new iOS hardware. To maintain an additional backup, it will be convenient to create one copy in iCloud and another in iTunes.
iCloud
- Copies are stored in iCloud.
- The storage has dimensions up to 1 TB (the first 5 GB are free).
- Encryption of the backup copy is required.
- Creation and use of backup copies can be carried out anywhere (if you have access to Wi-Fi networks)
iTunes
Backups are saved to Mac computer or with Windows OS.- The storage size depends on the amount of free disk space on your Mac or Windows PC.
- Encryption of the backup copy is allowed (not active by default).
- It is possible to create and use backup copies on a Mac PC or Windows OS.
Features of iCloud backup
When connected to a Wi-Fi network, you can back up your device via iCloud. This does not require connecting the device to a PC or being at home.
In copies created via the cloud, the safety of data and device settings is ensured, with the exception of a number of components:
- data previously saved in the cloud (contacts, calendars, notes, files from the My Photo Stream album and iCloud media libraries);
- data stored in other cloud services (Gmail or Exchange);
- Touch settings ID;
- content from iCloud Photo Library and the App Store.
Features of Backup via iTunes
On a Mac PC or Windows OS, you can create backup copies of your device via iTunes. The operation is not possible when synchronizing the device with a PC. Backups created through iTunes ensure the safety of data and device settings, with the exception of a number of elements:
- iTunes-synced content (imported MP3s or CDs, videos, books, and photos);
- previously saved photos in the cloud (files from the My Photo Stream album and iCloud library);
- Touch ID settings;
- information and Apple settings Pay;
- Data from the Activity, Health, and Keychain apps (you should use the encryption feature to back them up).
Using a backup from one device to another iPhone to iPad
When restoring a device from a backup created for another unit (for example, via an iPad), it is important to be prepared for the inability to transfer some data:
- Photo.
- Attachments to SMS.
- Voice recordings and incompatible applications.
Every time you sync between your Apple device and iTunes, this media combiner creates a fresh backup. This one is very useful feature The program can be a great help if for some reason you have lost all the information from your iPhone. And iTunes will help you return all the information to its place in just two clicks. However, if you, for example, reinstall Windows on your computer, you can easily lose the backup copy. In this case, you should also play it safe by copying the backup data to removable media or any cloud service. So today you will find out where the iTunes backup is stored on your computer.
Backup location on Mac OS X.
In order to access the backup files, you need to go to: ~//Libraries/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/. Now copy the Backup folder and save it in a safe place.
Backup location on Windows XP.
Backup on a computer running Windows control XP, located at the following address: \Documents and Settings\(username)\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\.
Location of the backup on Windows 7/8.
To access backup data on Windows 7/8, open Windows Explorer and go to: C:\Users\(username)\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\.
Please pay special attention that the data in this folder may not be displayed because... they are hidden. To see the files contained in the Backup folder, open the Start menu and select Control Panel. In Windows 8, move your mouse to the very right side of the screen to open the navigation bar and select the Settings button. The “Control Panel” section we need is located in “Settings”. Once you open Control Panel, go to Folder Options. A window will open in which you need to go to the “View” tab and activate the “Show hidden files, folders and drives” option. Then click “Apply” and the “OK” button. 
It is also worth noting that there is only one backup for each Apple device. With each new synchronization of the device with iTunes, the old backup copy will be replaced with a more recent one, i.e. all previous data will be hopelessly lost. You can securely save a backup copy anywhere. cloud storage, For example,
Using iTunes, you can save various files that are important to you, which will remain intact even after reinstallation software. This makes it possible to keep photos, settings, music, movies and much more safe and sound.
What files can be stored on an iTunes backup?
Let's see what files iTunes can backup:
- favorite contact lists and saved recent calls;
- Key control and Bluetooth settings;
- web clips;
- saved images, photos, videos, presentations;
- notes and calendar entries;
- Microsoft Exchange, Safari Cash;
- email accounts (not text messages, correspondence, etc., but only account);
- saved network access points, Wi-Fi;
- keys to access the Internet, remote servers etc.;
- App Store program files;
- purchases (built-in versions only);
- main files, documents, programs;
- Game Center login details;
- Maps and last saved places and destinations;
- individual settings Nike + iPod.
In order to determine where the backup is stored copy iPhone on a computer running Windows 7, you need to run the same commands as in the picture: Obaobab(in this particular case, this is your account)→AppData→Roaming→AppleComputer→MobileSync→Backup. Then select a backup.
It's important to note that when you create a new iPhone backup, you are replacing the previous one. Therefore, the files on it will be destroyed and cannot be restored. Better save important information on hard drives, flash drives or in the Cloud. Then your confidential data will be safe.
When you cannot detect hidden files, folders and drives, you need to check the following commands in the folder options: “Display compressed or encrypted files”, “Hide protected system files", "Hide empty disks in the "Computer" folder.
Useful information
If you want to protect your iTunes backup, put a password on it. To do this, check the security box in the review column. This way you can save confidential information (passwords, logins, contact list, etc.) and then restore it using a password.
If you forgot your password or cannot enter it, then you will have to reinstall the operating system and select all the default settings, as the device offers you, then select a backup copy and continue working.
If you need to delete an iTunes backup from Windows, then in “Settings” select “Devices”, there you will see a list of all copies, from which you select the unnecessary one. Click on “Delete”, confirm it and close the working window. If you want to change the settings, make some changes to the backups, you can do it from iTunes.
Every time you synchronize your iPhone and iTunes, you create a backup copy of your iPhone on Windows 7, which contains extensive information about your contacts, websites and other elements you need. This makes it possible to save and secure your personal data and files. Therefore, it is very important to know where the iPhone backup on Windows 7 is stored and how to manage it if necessary.
Hello! This article will be short, but that certainly won’t make it any less useful. Today you and I will search. What? The location where iPhone backups are stored. For what? For example, to transfer files and save them on a flash drive (it will be very useful when reinstalling windows). Or, in order to save space on your hard drive. After all, outdated data is often not needed, but precious megabytes, and whatever - they take up gigabytes.
Why so many? Because it is stored full image of your device including almost everything! For example: photos, calendars, voice recorder, notes, contacts, messages, program data, bookmarks, clips, wallpapers, wireless data Wi-Fi connections, Bluetooth…. etc.
Important note: everything that is written above and below will be useful not only to owners of the most best phone from Apple, but also to owners of no less excellent iPad tablet and cool music player iPod.
As we know, you can create backup information using either , or . So this is the place Where is iPhone backup saved?, for each of these methods it is different.
Let's start with iCloud "clouds".
In this case, your data is stored on Apple servers. However, I would like to remind you that the free storage size is only 5 gigabytes. For larger volumes, you must pay extra. Therefore, if you had several gadgets from the Apple company, and are now using one, I recommend deleting old, unnecessary “device information”. To find them, go to settings, select iCloud:
Scroll down - the item “storages and ....”, on the next screen click on storage.
Here they are! :) You can take a look detailed information: volume, creation date, what applications and how much space they take up. And immediately delete the iPhone backup.
True, you won’t be able to copy it anywhere. But this is not necessary, because you can always access it thanks to your Apple ID (read what this is) and account iCloud. Updated! You can download and view data from the “clouds”! How? Let's read!
Backup iPhone to Computer, created using iTunes - can be located in different places, it all depends on the operating system which is used. Below is a small picture with their location for various Windows versions, and also for Mac Os.
If suddenly you do not find these folders, then turn on “display hidden files"in the settings (relevant for owners of computers with Windows).
As promised, the instructions turned out to be short. But the goal, I think, has been achieved. Now you know where your iPhone backups are located. This will allow you to manage them at your own discretion - delete, move, copy.
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iTunes is a must-have companion for any iOS device owner. The utility helps not only to exchange content between a PC and mobile device, but also makes it possible to update or restore your Apple gadget, buy and download new applications and media files, create a ringtone, etc. However, perhaps the most important option of the program is making a backup, because today we store so much important and valuable information in our mobile assistants that it would be an extreme shame to lose it if it is lost/stolen or simply when the device breaks.
In this article we will tell you how to create a copy of data in iTunes, as well as where iTunes stores backup copies.
Creating a backup in iTunes is a very simple procedure and even a novice user can handle it. To perform a backup, follow these instructions:
Ready! All that remains is to wait until the program saves the created duplicate on the PC. The fact is that backup in iTunes, you can verify that it was successful by opening the “Edit” section of the program, then “Settings” and going to the “Devices” tab - the generated copy and the number of its creation will be displayed here.
As you understand, backups need to be repeated regularly. In this case, please note that only the latest current duplicate will be stored on the computer - when creating a new backup, old data is deleted automatically.
Where are iTunes backup files stored?
So, we figured out how to make a backup copy, but you probably have a logical question - where exactly does the program save the backed up information and is it possible to view it. Well, let's find out.
The directory into which the utility determines the copied data instance depends on what PC you are working with.
If you own a Mac, you can access the storage location as follows:
If you are using a Windows computer, to find the storage location of the backed up information:
How to view files and restore from iTunes backup?
Now let’s talk about what a backup saved in iTunes looks like. It is a folder whose name contains 40 characters. There are a bunch of other folders hiding in this folder. None of the folders can be renamed, and on the official Apple support page it is highly recommended not to transfer the folder with the backup information anywhere. After all, something can be accidentally damaged - you can accidentally delete some important file, and if the duplicate is damaged, when restoring data, you will most likely encounter an error.
However, most likely, when you see this pile of folders, you will have a question not about how to move them somewhere, but how to restore any information from a copy that looks so strange. Well, that is, with iCloud everything is clear - if you made a backup in the cloud, you simply open the iCloud.com website, log in using your Apple ID and see all the backed up data neatly laid out in clear sections - “Contacts”, “Photos” etc.
With iTunes, everything is somewhat different - you cannot view the data here, but, in fact, this should not worry the user too much. After all, this will not prevent data from being restored from iTunes to new iOS device. When transferring content, the user will be required to initial setup new gadget, just select “Restore via iTunes” and connect the device to the PC - all the work will be done automatically.
But what if you need to extract partially backed up content in order to later transfer it, for example, to an Android device. This is where you have to work hard. There are different mechanisms for each type of information. For example, you can see how to copy contacts.
By the way, a complete list of information stored by duplicate data in iTunes can be found in this article.
What to do if iTunes backups refuse to be created?
Unfortunately, sometimes when performing a backup, you may encounter an error: “iTunes was unable to create a backup.” There can be many reasons for this - from simple wear and tear of the synchronization cable to conflicts with virus software.
First of all, if the backup procedure fails, it is recommended to take the following measures to eliminate the error:
If none of the recommendations help and you still cannot perform a backup, read this article or contact Apple Support.
Let's summarize
Well, now you know how to create a duplicate of data in iTunes, and you also know where the program stores the folders with the copies made. Unfortunately, it is impossible to directly view the information in them, but this is not important for restoring content. If you made a backup via iTunes, you can always extract information from the copy using special programs and get it in the end in proper form.
