Back up wirelessly

Can I back up my iPhone onto a MacBook without using a cable?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Oct 26, 2022 12:53 AM

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Posted on Oct 26, 2022 2:38 AM

Yes. The initial (first) backup has to be done when the iPhone is connected to the Mac with a cable. Ensure that the checkbox, “Connect your device over Wi-Fi” is selected. After the first backup has been completed with a cable connection, then the subsequent backups can be initiated and completed wirelessly from the Mac.


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Oct 26, 2022 2:38 AM in response to kuaiwaic

Yes. The initial (first) backup has to be done when the iPhone is connected to the Mac with a cable. Ensure that the checkbox, “Connect your device over Wi-Fi” is selected. After the first backup has been completed with a cable connection, then the subsequent backups can be initiated and completed wirelessly from the Mac.


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