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Apple iPhone
Restore from iCloud Backup

2026-10-06 20:18:36.778

Apple iPhone
Restore from iCloud Backup

Whether you're setting up a new Apple® iPhone® or recovering data, restoring from an iCloud® backup ensures your important photos, messages and app data are safely brought back to your device.

Before you begin

If your iPhone has previously completed setup, ensure backup has been completed then follow these instructions to erase all content.
If this is an upgrade or your phone wasn't activated when purchased, refer to activate a new iPhone.
Ensure you maintain a data connection via Wi-Fi or cellular; if you disconnect from Wi-Fi, the transfer pauses until you reconnect. The time to restore content depends on the amount of data being transferred.
You'll need your Apple account password to complete these steps. If you've forgotten it, refer to this Apple Support Page.

Steps

  1. Press the
    Power button
     to power on the iPhone.
  2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen or press the
    Home button
     to select a language then tap the country or region.
  3. Select the preferred size (e.g., Default, Medium, Large) then tap
    Continue
    .
  4. From the Quick Start screen, tap
    Set Up Without Another Device
    .
  5. Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  6. Review the Data & Privacy info then tap
    Continue
    .
  7. From the Age Range screen, tap your age range.
  8. Tap
    Continue
     to set up Face ID or Touch ID then enter a 6-digit passcode or tap
    Passcode Options
     to select a different method.
  9. Tap
    From iCloud Backup
     to restore your iPhone.
  10. Enter your Apple ID to sign in to iCloud, review the Terms and Conditions then tap
    Agree
    .
  11. Choose which iCloud backup to restore.
  12. To continue with setup, follow the onscreen prompts (i.e., Update Your iPhone Automatically, Location Services, Siri, etc.) to customize additional features.
  13. If prompted, enter your Apple ID again to restore your previous purchases and apps.
  14. To begin using your iPhone, swipe up or tap
    Get Started
     to complete the setup.