Correcting iCloud pause when syncing

If you're seeing “iCloud paused” or “Syncing paused” at the bottom of your Messages app, that means iCloud syncing for Messages is temporarily stopped, often due to one of the following reasons:

How to Fix iCloud Syncing Pause in Messages

1. Plug In Your Device

• iCloud syncing may pause when your battery is low or you're not connected to power.
• Solution: Plug in your iPhone or iPad and leave it on Wi-Fi.

2. Connect to Wi-Fi

• iCloud requires a stable Wi-Fi connection to sync Messages.
• Solution: Ensure you’re connected to a strong Wi-Fi network, not just cellular.

3. Disable Low Power Mode

• Low Power Mode can pause iCloud syncing to conserve energy.
• Check this:
• Go to Settings > Battery, and make sure Low Power Mode is turned off.

4. Check iCloud Storage Space

• If your iCloud is full, syncing stops.
• Check this:
• Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Storage
• Make sure you have space remaining.

5. Toggle iCloud Messages Off and Back On

If syncing is stuck:

1. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Show All > Messages.
2. Turn Messages in iCloud off, then turn it back on after a few seconds.

6. Restart Your Device

Sometimes, simply restarting your iPhone or iPad clears up syncing issues.

7. Sign Out and Back Into iCloud (Last Resort)

If nothing else works:

1. Go to Settings > [your name] > Sign Out.
2. Restart your device.
3. Sign back into iCloud and re-enable Messages sync.