Reducing system data on iPhone with 64GB storage

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Reducing system data on iPhone with 64GB storage

I’ve got 64gb phone storage capacity but 49.73gb is now taken up by system data. How do I reduce this? I’ve offloaded/deleted everything I can but now there isn’t enough space even to upload the latest update. I’m sick of upgrading my iPhone just because the storage is full. What’s the solution?

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iPhone XR, iOS 17

Posted on Jan 27, 2025 12:39 PM

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Answer 1

Zachyy

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Jan 27, 2025 12:50 PM in response to giles213

Please try a Force Restart.

Press and quickly release the volume up button.
Press and quickly release the volume down button.
Press and hold the side button until you see the Apple logo

Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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Answer 2

Jan 27, 2025 12:54 PM in response to giles213

You likely have some corrupt data on your iPhone. If the Forced Restart Zachyy recommended doesn't help, the best way to eliminate system data is a backup, then restore.

This link explains how to restore your iPhone from backup --> Restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a backup – Apple Support (AU)

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