Where are iPhone backups stored?
Today, many people know the company Apple . She presented us with many different devices that are of good quality and performance, and the most popular device, of course, Apple iPhone. But, not everyone fully understands every feature of the iPhone. While using iPhone for a long time, many people have a question - Where can I find a phone backup? Not everyone, of course, asks this question. But, after restoring his device, you will notice that he previously created a backup copy of all files. That is, even if you accidentally deleted the desired file, it will be quite easy to find it. You just need to read this article to the end. First of all, you should clarify what operating system your computer has. After all, different OSes have different storage paths, so this is a fairly important aspect.
Windows XP
If you have the Windows XP operating system installed, the iPhone backup will be located in the following path: \Documents and Settings\Username\Application Data\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\.
Windows 7
If you already have a newer version of the OS installed - Windows 7, then the backup copies should be in the following directory: Users\Username\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\.
Mac OS
In addition to the two above operating systems, there is also a native computer system from Apple - Mac OS. It is one of the best and most convenient today. Using this OS, backup copies of your iPhone files can be found in this path: /Users/Username/Libraries/Application Support/MobileSync/Backup/.
Mac OS users may have a slight problem while searching for the Libraries folder. To find it you need:
• Open Finder;
• There will be a tab at the top "Transition", click there;
• Next, hold down the button Alt and the directory should appear in the window "Libraries";
iTunes Backups
The above methods are not the only ones when searching for a particular file on your computer. As many people know, in order to fully use all the functions of the iPhone, you need program iTunes. There is no need to explain its functions, since you already know it yourself. This method is perfect for those people who are unable to find backup copies on their PC. After all, it is much lighter. But these easy methods have disadvantages:
• There is no possibility moving/copying/changing files.
In general, to find your lost data in iTunes, you need to perform several steps:
1. Initially, you will need to go into the program itself;
2. Next, you need to go to the tab iTunes/Settings;
3. After this, a small window should open in which you need to go to the tab "Devices";
4. Along this path you can see all previously created copies that are stored on your computer.
But you won’t be able to do anything worthwhile with them. They can only be deleted. Therefore, this method is not as relevant and easy as it seems.
Apple Backups – iCloud
The second way to find backups is possible through Apple iCloud. You can just go to the site iCloud.com, and then authorization will be required. Ultimately, you will see several folders that will contain your copies:
1. Email – using this section you will be able to gain access for further viewing of all existing letters;
2. Contacts – the contacts tab will provide us with information about all subscribers who are located or were present on your device. But, before this, it was necessary to check the appropriate box on the computer or phone itself;
3. Calendars – you can view them using the same principle as “Contacts”;
4. Notes – synchronization and display of all existing notes, perhaps only if iCloud mail is present;
5. Reminders – with reminders the same principle as with “Contacts” and “Calendars”;
6. Find iPhone – This feature is quite useful because it shows the location of your iPad, iPhone, or Mac.
7. Documents – Document synchronization is quite a useful thing; it will allow you to wirelessly exchange data from such programs: Numbers, Pages, TextEdit, key note etc. If the data changes, then all devices into which you entered your personal data will be automatically adjusted. That's all, we have discussed 3 ways to find a backup copy of your iPhone. How to apply knowledge is entirely up to you. I hope that everything is clear and there will be no unnecessary questions. There are different situations when one or another file miraculously disappeared. This is where the knowledge gained comes in handy. With their help, you can easily find any file that was previously lost on your iPhone.
