How to use iCloud

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How to use iCloud

Hi There I need to understand how can I use iCloud storage and how can I manage saved information and how to retrieve them when needed. I am not that knowledgeable about this so your assistance on this would be much appreciated.

Many thanks

Saphire44

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Jan 19, 2021 1:59 AM

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Answer 1

Jan 20, 2021 1:27 AM in response to Saphire44

Hi - as far as I know you can do WhatsApp backup in iCloud. Whether that applies to messenger and viber, I don't know.

And yes if someone has your iCloud username and password they can access all your data. So be careful with this information. You can add a layer of security with Two-factor authentication, which basically requires you to confirm a login on an unknown device with your phone. It makes it really, really hard for someone to break in this way. Find more info on two-factor authentication here: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204915

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Answer 2

Jan 19, 2021 2:05 AM in response to Saphire44

Hi - I hope that the summary in this excellent article from Apple can help you get started with iCloud: https://support.apple.com/guide/icloud/what-is-icloud-mm74e822f6de/icloud

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Answer 3

Jan 19, 2021 4:05 AM in response to Saphire44

Yes you can! This is the beauty of the Apple environment and iCloud. For example, I have a MacBook and an iMac, as well as an iPhone and iPad and two Apple TVs connected to the same iCloud. So I can access the same Photos, Contacts, Calendar and Mail for example - and I use iCloud files for saving my files and accessing them wherever I am.