How to Back up iPhone 8 in 3 Simple Ways

Part 1: How To Back up (Red) iPhone 8 Using iCloud

If you are in search of a simple and efficient manner of saving your (Red) iPhone 8 data, look no further than the iCloud backup. If you want to back up iPhone 8 on iCloud, just follow these simple yet highly recommended steps.

How to back up (Red) iPhone 8 with iCloud

Step 1: The first thing to do is to connect your iPhone 8 to an active Wi-Fi connection.

Step 2: Once you have an active connection, tap on the "Settings" option on your iPhone, scroll down, and tap on "iCloud" to open it.

Step 3: Under the iCloud option, turn on your iCloud backup account by toggling the iCloud backup button to the right.

TIP: You should only do this if your iCloud backup is turned off.

Step 4: Tap on the “Back Up Now” option for the backup process to start. Try to maintain an active WIFI connection during this period.

Step 5: To confirm the backup, go to Settings> iCloud> Storage> Manage Storage and finally select Device. You should be in a position to spot your backup at this point.

Pros of iPhone 8 iCloud backup

• -No form of download is required to back up iPhone 8 when using this method.
• -It is free to back up your iPhone using iCloud.
• -It supports automatic backup as long as the backup button is turned ON.

Cons of iPhone 8 iCloud backup

• -You cannot choose the data that you want to backup.
• -The method in its entirety is slow.

Part 2: How To Backup (Red) iPhone 8 By Using iTunes

Another excellent method to back up iPhone 8 is by using iTunes. Apart from streaming live music or simply playing music, iTunes also gives the opportunity to back up iPhone 8 data right from your iTunes account. The following is a detailed process on how you can backup your iPhone 8 using iTunes.

How to back up (Red) iPhone 8 with iTunes

Step 1: Open your iTunes account using your PC and connect your iPhone 8 to your PC using its USB cable.

Step 2: On your iTunes interface, click on the device that shows your name to open it.

Step 3: A new interface will open up. Click on the "Backup Now" option to initiate the backup process.

Step 4: If you are using Mac, confirm the backup folder by going to "iTunes Preferences" and finally "Devices". If you are using Windows, go to "Edit" and then "Devices".

Pros of backing up iPhone with iTunes

• -It is free to use this method to back up iPhone 8.
• -No form of expertise is required to know how to back up iPhone 8 using iTunes.
• -Apart from backing up, iTunes gives you the opportunity to listen to music and stream as well.
• -Data encryption allows you to back up iPhone 8 passwords as well.

Cons of backing up iPhone with iTunes

• -You must have an active internet connection to use the iTunes backup method.
• -Some users may find it slow.
• -Both your device and your computer must be connected to each other for the backup process to take place.

Part 3: How To Backup (Red) iPhone 8 Fastly and Flexibly

Though iTunes and iCloud backup methods are internally built and specifically made for iPhone devices, external programs can also be used to back up iPhone 8. One such program is Wondershare Dr.Fone. With this program, you can easily back up (Red) iPhone 8 by either using your computer or Mac.

Wondershare Dr.Fone

One-click to back up iPhone 8 without any hassle.

• Simple, fast, and reliable.
• Directly view your iPhone 8 data after backup.
• One-click to back up and selectively restore iPhone data in 3 minutes!
• Select what you want and export readable backed-up data on the computer.
• Supports all iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Available on: Windows Mac

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How to back up iPhone 8 with Dr.Fone

Step 1: Download and install Dr.Fone on your computer and launch the program. On your new interface as shown below, click on the "My Backup" option.

Step 2: Once you have selected the backup option, a list of all your file types as available in your iPhone 8 will be listed as shown above. Click on the "Back Up Now" option to start the backup.

Step 3: Dr.Fone will automatically start to back up all files. You can view the progress of the backing-up process.

Step 4: When the program finishes backup, the next step will be to export the files or restore them to your device. Here, the choice lies with you. If you want to restore to your iPhone 8, simply click on "Recover to Device". On the other hand, if you want to export the files to your computer, simply click on the "Export to PC" option.

There you have it. Each and every file that you selected for backup reasons will be backed up on your PC or iPhone.

Pros to back up iPhone with Dr.Fone

• -With this method, you can choose the files that you want to restore, unlike the iCloud and iTunes methods that restore your entire phone automatically.
• -The time required to back up your iPhone is short.
• -With Wondershare Dr.Fone iOS Data Backup and Restore option, you don’t need any form of internet connection.
• -It comes with a free trial option.
• -You can read the backed-up information.
• Like the iCloud method, Wondershare Dr.Fone also back up automatically.

Cons to back up iPhone with Dr.Fone

• -Though the program offers you a free trial, you must purchase it to enjoy the full features.