iPad does not automatically back up

Why doesn’t my iPad back-up automatically as set?

iPad Pro 10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Feb 17, 2021 4:19 AM

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Posted on Feb 17, 2021 4:32 AM

I presume you refer to automatic backup of your iPad to iCloud.


Be aware that iCloud backup must be both enabled - and the the initial (first) backup manually initiated from iPad Settings:


Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud Backup> iCloud Backup - set to ON

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud Backup > iCloud Backup > Back Up Now


After the initial backup has completed, automatic backup should periodically take place when your iPad:

  • is connected to WiFi and
  • is connected to its Power Adapter and
  • is locked


After the first backup has run, you’ll be able to configure which items are included in the iCloud backup:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > Manage Storage > Backups > [This iPad] > [Choose Data to Back Up] - enable as required

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Feb 17, 2021 4:32 AM in response to Chi9090

I presume you refer to automatic backup of your iPad to iCloud.


Be aware that iCloud backup must be both enabled - and the the initial (first) backup manually initiated from iPad Settings:


Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud Backup> iCloud Backup - set to ON

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > iCloud Backup > iCloud Backup > Back Up Now


After the initial backup has completed, automatic backup should periodically take place when your iPad:

  • is connected to WiFi and
  • is connected to its Power Adapter and
  • is locked


After the first backup has run, you’ll be able to configure which items are included in the iCloud backup:

Settings > [Your Name / AppleID] > Manage Storage > Backups > [This iPad] > [Choose Data to Back Up] - enable as required

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