Dr.Fone User Guide for Data Recovery

Learn how to use Dr.Fone to recover deleted or lost data from iOS and Android devices. Download the latest version of Dr.Fone and get started now.

How To Recover Data From iCloud Backup With Dr.Fone?

Losing important data can be stressful, especially when the files you need are no longer stored on your current iPhone or iPad. In many cases, users are not just trying to recover a few deleted photos. They may need to retrieve videos, messages, app attachments, notes, or social chat data that only exists in an iCloud backup.

Wondershare Dr.Fone - Data Recovery (iOS) offers a more flexible way to access that backup data. Instead of restoring the iCloud backup to your device, it allows you to sign in to your iCloud account, view available backup files, download the one you need, preview supported data types, and selectively recover them to your computer.

Follow the guide below to recover data from iCloud backup successfully. Before you begin, make sure you are using the latest version of Dr.Fone and can access the iCloud account linked to the backup you want to recover.

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Supported Data Types for iCloud Backup Recovery:

While the process supports all types of iOS devices, you can recover Photos, Videos, Messages & Attachments, Contacts, Voicemail, Notes & Attachments, Call Recordings, Calendar, Alarms, Reminders, Safari Bookmarks, Voice Memos, LINE & Attachments, Kik & Attachments, Viber & Attachments, Viber Call History, WhatsApp & Attachments, WhatsApp Business & Attachments, App Photos, App Videos and App Documents.

Step-by-Step Guide to Recover Data From iCloud Backup

Step 1Start the Data Recovery Tool

Download and install the latest version of Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer. Once the installation is complete, open the program and go to Toolbox > Data Recovery to enter the recovery feature.

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* Dr.Fone Mac version still has the old interface, but it does not affect the use of Dr.Fone function. We will update it as soon as possible.

Step 2Select iOS as the Device Type

When Dr.Fone asks you to choose the target device type, select iOS. This ensures you enter the correct recovery workflow for iPhone and iPad data.

select ios

Step 3Choose Recover Data from iCloud Backup

From the available recovery options, click Recover Data from iCloud Backup. This mode is designed for situations where the data you want is stored in an iCloud backup rather than on the current device.

initiate icloud data recovery

Step 4Sign In to Your iCloud Account

Now enter the Apple ID credentials for the iCloud account associated with the backup you want to access. Be sure to sign in with the correct account so Dr.Fone can retrieve the available backup records.

log in to icloud account

Step 5Complete Two-factor Authentication

If your iCloud account is protected by two-factor authentication, Apple will send a verification code to your trusted device or phone number. Enter that code when prompted to complete the sign-in process.

icloud two-factor authentication

Step 6Load the Backup File Information

After the sign-in is verified, Dr.Fone will begin retrieving the backup information linked to your iCloud account. This may take a little time. Once the scan is finished, the available backup files will appear on the screen.

load the backup file information

Step 7Preview and Select the Backup File

Review the listed backup files and choose the one you want to recover from. If multiple backups are available, select the file that best matches the device and date range you need, then click Download.

preview and select the backup file

Step 8Download the Selected Backup File

Dr.Fone will now download the selected iCloud backup file. After the download is complete, you will be taken to the next screen where the backup data is displayed in detail.

download the selected backup file

Step 9Preview the Data and Recover What You Need

Once the backup file has been processed, you can browse all supported data categories from the left-hand panel. Click any category to view the corresponding items on the right, then select the content you want and click Recover to Computer to save it locally.

preview the data and recover what you need

If you open WhatsApp Attachments, you can preview thumbnails of files and media, then select the content you want and click Recover to Computer to save it.

preview whatsapp attachments

If you choose Camera Roll, you can also preview image thumbnails before recovery, then select the content you want and click Recover to Computer to save it.

preview camera roll

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

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You might find the answer to your question in the FAQ or additional information below:

Frequently Asked Quesitons about Recovering Data From iCloud Backup

Yes. Dr.Fone - Data Recovery (iOS) allows you to download an iCloud backup, preview supported data, and recover only the items you want to your computer.
Yes. You need to sign in to the iCloud account that contains the backup. If two-factor authentication is enabled, you also need to enter the verification code sent by Apple.
Yes. After the backup file is downloaded and processed, you can preview supported data categories and inspect specific items before choosing what to recover.
Supported data types include photos, videos, messages, contacts, notes, calendar data, voice memos, Safari bookmarks, and selected app data such as WhatsApp, WhatsApp Business, LINE, Kik, and Viber.
In this workflow, the selected data is recovered to your computer by using Recover to Computer, which helps you keep specific files without restoring the full backup to the device.