Backing up iPhone to iCloud
Use iCloud - Use the steps
in this section to back up your previous device in iCloud and to transfer the
backup to your new device.
Make an iCloud backup
1. Connect your previous device to the
Internet with Wi-Fi.
2. Go to Settings > iCloud > Backup.
3. Make sure that iCloud Backup is turned on.
4. Tap Back Up Now.
5. Stay connected to Wi-Fi until the process
finishes (depending on the amount of data you have and how long since your last
back up, this may take quite awhile).
Transfer your iCloud backup to your
new device
1. Turn on
your new device. A "Hello" screen should appear. I
2. Press the
Home button when you see the "Hello" screen. Follow steps until you
see the Wi-Fi screen.
3. Tap
a Wi-Fi network to join. Follow steps until you see
the Apps & Data screen, then tap Restore from iCloud Backup >
Next.
4. Sign in to
iCloud with your Apple ID and password.
5. When
asked, choose a backup. Make sure it's the correct one by checking the date and
size of each.
6. If you
purchased iTunes or App Store content using multiple Apple IDs, you'll be asked
to sign in to each. If you can’t remember the passwords, you can skip this step
by tapping "Don't have an Apple ID or forgot it."
7. Stay
connected and wait for the restore process to finish, then complete the rest of
the onscreen setup steps. If possible, keep your device connected to Wi-Fi and
plugged into power after setup. This allows content like your photos, music,
and apps stored in iCloud to automatically download back to your device.
8. To
erase your device, tap Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content
and Settings. This will erase any data that's currently on your
device. After you erase it, your device restarts and the "Hello"
screen appears.