How to restore older videos from iCloud after upgrading storage plan?

Hello,


I need help recovering my previous videos stored in iCloud. Here is my situation:


- I previously had an iCloud+ plan for $1.99/month (likely 50 GB).

- My storage became full, and I canceled that plan.

- Later, I purchased the 200 GB iCloud+ plan for $3.49/month.

- After activating the new plan, I was able to see all my previous photos, but only a few recent videos (taken after upgrading).

- I have NOT manually deleted any videos, and I really need access to the older ones (more than 700 files).

- Currently, my iPhone is restoring original photos, but the videos are still not appearing.

- I am connected to Wi-Fi and using an eSIM in a different city.

- I’m afraid to cancel the current iCloud plan in case it affects the ongoing restoration process.


Please help me confirm:

1. If my older videos are still stored in iCloud.

2. What I need to do to ensure they are restored.

3. Whether it's safe to cancel the current plan after restoration.


I appreciate your help — these videos are very important to me.


Thank you.


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iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on May 20, 2025 10:37 PM

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May 20, 2025 11:59 PM in response to siranush208

How to restore older videos from iCloud after upgrading storage plan?: […]My storage became full, and I canceled that plan. […]Currently, my iPhone is restoring original photos, but the videos are still not appearing.[…]

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Properly Cancelling your iCloud Subscription:

If not backed up prior to deletion, then they just won’t reappear. Loss of data is something you would have agreed to upon opening an Apple Account.


1. Download All of iCloud, First:

Prior to downgrading, download all of iCloud. That way you do not lose any data, once downgrading.. Use my user tip: Getting a Quick and Direct "iCloud Drive-to-External Hard Drive" Download - User Tip


then...


2. Downgrade your iCloud Plan:

If you want to get less storage in iCloud, downgrading your iCloud plan is the way to go. Note that this has a monthly fee. Here is the link to user: iCloud+ Plans and Pricing - Apple Support. Note that this service is not available in all countries/regions.

May 21, 2025 11:07 AM in response to siranush208

Please help me confirm:

1. If my older videos are still stored in iCloud.

nope. Anything over 5GB was removed when you cancelled


2. What I need to do to ensure they are restored.

there is nothing to restore


3. Whether it's safe to cancel the current plan after restoration.

if you have your images and videos saved elsewhere, and do not need to sync across your devices, you can downgrade

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