Insufficient iCloud storage despite available space for iPhone backup


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Original Title: i have enough icloud to backup, but it's still saying i dont have enough icloud space. I have enough iphone storage as well. It doesnt show how much is needed for the next backup either.

iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 18

Posted on Jul 22, 2025 11:26 PM

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Jul 22, 2025 11:43 PM in response to jahnya48

i have enough icloud to backup, but it's still saying i dont have enough icloud space. I have enough iphone storage as well. It doesnt show how much is needed for the next backup either.

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Thank you for the screenshot.


Upgrade iCloud Storage to Backup your iPhone:

You are looking at your local storage. You only have 5GB for iCloud Storage. So, you need to upgrade to an iCloud+ Subscription. Go Here: iCloud+ Plans and Pricing - Apple Support


For Reference:

When the iCloud Drive seems to be a bit high, you can download it all to an external hard drive, and then trash what is in there. Use my User Tip: How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip

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