


To do that, navigate to Settings → iCloud → Storage → Manage Storage, and choose your device under Backups. First, let’s determine what you want to include in (or exclude from) the backup. So, here’s how to back your data up to iCloud. With that being said, it’s the way to go for simplicity on getting the device to the state it was before. It’s probably my least favorite restore method because it requires logging in to a lot of apps once the restore is complete. ICloud is probably the easiest way to do this (especially on a busy Christmas morning) as you may be helping someone who doesn’t have their Mac handy. There are different advantages to each, so let’s cover them both. On iOS, there are 2 options for restoring: iCloud and iTunes.

If you are lucky enough to get one (or helping a family member upgrade from an old device to a new one), we want to help guide you along the path. New iOS devices or a new Mac are great Christmas gifts for anyone in your life.
