How to Make a Manual Backup on iPhone in 3 Easy Ways

Manual backup iPhone? You are in the right place.

Backing up your iPhone is of great importance, especially for those who have vital personal data or business files. Some people may regularly back up iPhone via Google Drive or automatically make the device using iCloud. Want to manually back some of iPhone data, instead of all? Here you are able to learn how to do a manual backup on iPhone X/8/6/5/4.

Manual Backup iPhone

• Part 1. Manual Backup iPhone with iTunes
• Part 2. Manual Backup iPhone with iCloud
• Part 3. Backup iPhone with Aiseesoft iOS Data Backup & Restore

Part 1. Manual Backup iPhone with iTunes

All Apple users know iTunes, as it is a a very useful tool for you to manage iPhone/iPad/iPod data or purchase apps, other services, etc. When you plug iPhone to the computer and open iTunes, you are able to manual backup iPhone via iTunes. Just make sure there is enough hard drive space that you can save iPhone backup files. Here we would like to show you how to manual backup iPhone using iTunes.

Note: Update your iTunes to the latest version first.

Step 1Connect iPhone to the computer

Use the USB cable and connect iPhone to the trusted computer. If not, you will be asked to confirm "Trust this computer" by tapping on "Trust" button on your iPhone.

Step 2 Backup iPhone to the computer manually

Run iTunes and find the little iPhone icon on its interface. Locate "Summary" menu. Choose "Back Up Now" button under the "Manually Back Up and Restore" section. Wait a moment, and iTunes will finish manual backing up iPhone process directly.

Pros:

• Make a manual backup for iPhone free of charge.
• You are able to set an encryption password for your iPhone backup.

Cons:

• You are not allow to preview and select iOS data before backup.

Part 2. Manual Backup iPhone using iCloud

Using iCloud to backup iPhone manually is another useful approach. However, you can only get a 5 GB free storage space as you register an iCloud account. iCloud enables users to back up most iOS data including photos, videos, messages, notes, contacts, etc. onto its online cloud storage. If you have more than 5 GB data to back up, you have to purchase its service when the iCloud storage is run out. Even though you have large amounts of iPhone files need to be backed up, iCloud only charges you with a reasonable price per month. So follow steps below if you want to operate a manual backup iPhone to iCloud.

Step 1 Open iCloud on your iPhone

Make sure your Wi-Fi connection works well. Open "Settings" app on your iPhone, and then tap your iCloud account. For people who use iOS 10.2, iOS 11, iOS 12 and later versions, click "Settings" app to choose your name and then locate "iCloud".

Step 2 Backup an iPhone data to iCloud

Scroll down to turn on "iCloud Backup" or "Backup". Tap "Back Up Now" option and start backing up iPhone manually. Be aware that if the Internet connection is interpreted or in poor condition, you may fail to backup iPhone to iCloud.

Step 3 Confirm the iCloud backup time and file size

You can receive a notification once the manual backup iPhone is finished. Go to "Settings", choose "Storage", hit "Manage Storage" and then tap "Device" to check its iPhone backup file.

Pros:

• You can choose whether to backup iPhone to iCloud manually or automatically.
• Get a free 5 GB storage space to keep iPhone backup files.

Cons:

• You are not allowed to access iCloud backup directly.
• The Wi-Fi connection speed plays an important role in backing up an iPhone with iCloud.

Part 3. Backup iPhone with Aiseesoft iOS Data Backup & Restore

Apart from backing up iPhone with iTunes or iCloud, you can also use Aiseesoft iOS Data Backup & Restore. It is a one-stop program that enables users to backup iPhone/iPad/iPod data by one click. Furthermore, you can choose which file type and its specific iOS data to back up to the computer manually. In another word, the manual iPhone backup app allows Apple users to back up iPhone without hassle.

Maual Backup iPhone to Windows/Mac PC in One Click

Step 1 Launch iOS Data Backup & Restore

Download and install the manual backup iPhone program. Connect iPhone with your computer using a USB cable. Click "iOS Data Backup" mode.

Step 2 Choose iPhone file types to backup

Wait until your iPhone is detected by iOS Data Backup automatically. Press "Start" and select which file type you want to back up manually.

Step 3 Backup an iPhone to your computer quickly

Tap "Next" button and confirm the backup path. Press "Backup" button to save the manual iPhone backup file to the local disk of your computer.

Pros:

• Selectively backup iOS data from your iPhone to the computer without hassle.
• Preview iPhone backup files whenever you want.
• Provide "Encrypt Backup" feature to protect your personal information.

Cons:

• You need to purchase the iPhone manual backup software after the free trial is expired.

Finishing reading this article, you have known 3 different ways to backup iPhone manually. It is easier for you to use iTunes or iCloud to backup iPhone data. However, if you want to back up selectively iOS data, Aiseesoft iOS Data Backup & Restore is a good choice.