Why is my iPhone not backing up after using only 1.5 GB of iCloud storage?

When I manage storage for iCloud backups, it shows I am using 1.5 GB of 5 GB, but mu iPhone says it can't be backed up until I purchase additional storage. What is preventing backups?




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iPhone SE, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 28, 2025 3:41 AM

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Apr 28, 2025 9:33 AM in response to Just-need-answers

Just-need-answers wrote:

When I manage storage for iCloud backups, it shows I am using 1.5 GB of 5 GB, but mu iPhone says it can't be backed up until I purchase additional storage. What is preventing backups?

If you can't back up to iCloud - Apple Support

Buy more icloud storage if it states you need more.

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Apr 28, 2025 11:02 AM in response to Just-need-answers

Just-need-answers wrote:

If it says I'm using 1.5 of 5, why do I need to pay for more? Your answer is profoundly unhelpful.

Did you click on the link I provided?

You wouldn't be getting that message if you didn't have enough icloud storage to back up.

Just because you disagree with my correct response doesn't make it unhelpful.

Good luck to you , you're not here for help. I'm done with this post.

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Why is my iPhone not backing up after using only 1.5 GB of iCloud storage?

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