If you’re trying to back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, and you see that the Back Up Now option is greyed out, it means that your device isn’t eligible for backup.
There are a few reasons why a device might not be eligible for backup:
-The device isn’t connected to the internet.
-The device is locked.
-The device is disabled.
-The device is in use.
-The device is not backed up to iCloud.
-The device has a broken lock screen.
-The device is jailbroken.
If your device meets any of the criteria above, you won’t be able to back it up using iTunes. However, you can still back up your device using iCloud.
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How do I force my iPhone to backup on iTunes?
When you connect your iPhone to your computer, it will automatically backup if it hasn’t done so recently. However, there may be times when you want to force your iPhone to backup on iTunes. For example, if you’re about to delete some data and want to make sure you have a backup, or if you’re having problems with your iPhone and want to restore from a backup.
There are a few ways to force your iPhone to backup on iTunes. One is to open iTunes on your computer and click on the iPhone icon at the top left corner of the window. Then, click on the Summary tab and click on the Back Up Now button.
Another way is to open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap on iCloud. Then, scroll down and tap on Backup. Make sure that the iCloudBackup toggle is turned on and tap on the Back Up Now button.
Either way, your iPhone will start backing up to your computer. The backup process can take a while, so be patient. When it’s finished, you’ll see a message that says “Your iPhone has been backed up.”
Why can’t I click backup Now on my iPhone?
There can be several reasons why you can’t click the backup now button on your iPhone. One reason could be that you have a low battery. If your iPhone’s battery is low, the backup button won’t be clickable. Another reason could be that you don’t have enough storage on your phone to create a backup. If your phone doesn’t have enough storage, the backup button won’t be clickable. To fix this, you can either delete some of your old photos and videos or purchase more storage from Apple.
How do I enable iPhone backup?
When you back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, the contents of your device are saved to a backup file on your computer. You can use this backup to restore your device if it’s ever damaged or to transfer data to a new device.
To back up your device, you need to have a computer with iTunes installed and a USB cable.
If you have an iCloudaccount, you can also back up your device to iCloud.
Here’s how to enable backup on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:
Connect your device to your computer with a USB cable.
Open iTunes.
If your device is locked, unlock it.
If a message asks for your device passcode or to Trust This Computer, enter the passcode or follow the onscreen instructions.
iTunes will automatically back up your device when you connect it.
You can also back up your device manually:
In iTunes, select your device.
Click on the Summary tab.
Click on the Back Up Now button.
iTunes will back up your device, including settings, app data, photos, and videos.
To back up your device to iCloud:
Turn on iCloudbackup.
In iCloud, go to Settings > iCloud> Backup.
Make sure iCloudBackup is turned on and that a backup hasn’t already been made that day.
If you have a lot of data, it may take a while to back up.
iCloudbackup includes settings, app data, photos, and videos.
For more information, see the Apple Support article about backing up your device.
Why is backup now greyed out on Mac?
In MacOS, when you try to back up your computer, the “Back Up Now” option is greyed out. This is because a feature called “Time Machine” is automatically turned on when you install MacOS. Time Machine is a backup feature that automatically backs up your computer to an external hard drive.
If you want to back up your computer using a different method, you can turn off Time Machine. To do this, open System Preferences and click “Time Machine”. Uncheck the box next to “Show Time Machine in menu bar”.
If you want to use Time Machine, you can buy an external hard drive and connect it to your computer. Time Machine will back up your computer to the external hard drive.
How do I backup my iPhone to my computer without iTunes?
If you’re looking for a way to back up your iPhone without using iTunes, you’re in luck. There are a few different ways to do this, and each has its own benefits and drawbacks.
One way to back up your iPhone without iTunes is to use iCloud. iCloudis a cloud-based storage service offered by Apple. It allows you to store your photos, videos, documents, and other files in the cloud, so you can access them from anywhere. iCloudalso provides a way to back up your iPhone. To use iCloudto back up your iPhone, you first need to create an iCloudaccount. Then, you need to turn on iCloudbackup. To do this, open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap iCloud. Tap Backup and make sure that the iCloudBackup switch is turned on. If it isn’t, turn it on and tap OK. iCloudwill now back up your iPhone every time you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Another way to back up your iPhone without iTunes is to use a third-party app. There are a number of different third-party apps that allow you to back up your iPhone. One popular app is called CopyTrans. CopyTrans allows you to back up your iPhone’s contacts, photos, videos, calendar, notes, and text messages. Another popular app is called iBackupBot. iBackupBot allows you to back up your iPhone’s app data, settings, and home screen.
The downside to using a third-party app to back up your iPhone is that you need to purchase the app. Additionally, not all third-party apps are created equal. Some apps are better than others, and some are more reliable than others. So, it’s important to do your research before you decide which app to use.
Ultimately, the best way to back up your iPhone is to use both iCloudand a third-party app. iCloudis a great way to back up your contacts, photos, videos, calendar, notes, and text messages. And a third-party app is a great way to back up your app data, settings, and home screen.
How do I backup with iTunes?
Backing up your device with iTunes is a very important step in protecting your data. iTunes can back up your device to your computer or to iCloud.
To back up your device to your computer, connect your device to your computer and open iTunes. In the Summary tab for your device, click Back Up Now. iTunes will back up your device to your computer.
To back up your device to iCloud, open Settings on your device and tap iCloud. Tap Backup and make sure iCloudBackup is turned on. iCloudwill back up your device to iCloud.
If you back up your device to your computer, iTunes will create a backup every time you connect your device to your computer and back up your device. If you back up your device to iCloud, iCloudwill back up your device every night when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and the battery is charging.
You can also back up your device manually by opening iTunes and clicking File > Devices > Back Up.
Backing up your device is an important step in protecting your data. iTunes can back up your device to your computer or to iCloud. To back up your device to your computer, connect your device to your computer and open iTunes. In the Summary tab for your device, click Back Up Now. iTunes will back up your device to your computer. To back up your device to iCloud, open Settings on your device and tap iCloud. Tap Backup and make sure iCloudBackup is turned on. iCloudwill back up your device to iCloud. If you back up your device to your computer, iTunes will create a backup every time you connect your device to your computer and back up your device. If you back up your device to iCloud, iCloudwill back up your device every night when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and the battery is charging. You can also back up your device manually by opening iTunes and clicking File > Devices > Back Up.
Why is iCloudgrayed out on iPhone?
There can be a number of reasons why iCloudmight be grayed out on your iPhone. One possibility is that your iCloudaccount is not linked to your iPhone. To fix this, go to Settings > iCloudand make sure that your iCloudaccount is listed under iCloud.
If your iCloudaccount is listed under iCloud, the next thing to check is whether you have enabled iCloudon your iPhone. To do this, go to Settings > iCloudand make sure that the iCloudswitch is turned on.
If your iCloudaccount is linked to your iPhone and you have enabled iCloud, the next thing to check is your iPhone’s internet connection. iCloudrequires an active internet connection in order to work. Make sure that your iPhone is connected to a Wi-Fi network or to a cellular data network.
If your iPhone is connected to a Wi-Fi network or a cellular data network, the next thing to check is the status of your iCloudaccount. To do this, go to Settings > iCloudand check the status of your iCloudaccount. If your iCloudaccount is in the process of being set up, you might see a message that says “Setting up iCloud.”
If your iCloudaccount is in the process of being set up, the next thing to check is your iCloudstorage. To check your iCloudstorage, go to Settings > iCloudand check the amount of storage that is being used. You might need to upgrade your iCloudstorage in order to use iCloudon your iPhone.
If your iCloudaccount is linked to your iPhone and you have enabled iCloud, and your iPhone is connected to a Wi-Fi network or a cellular data network, and your iCloudaccount is in the process of being set up, and your iCloudstorage is not full, the last thing to check is your time zone. To check your time zone, go to Settings > General > Date & Time and make sure that your time zone is correct.
