iCloud is widely used to back up photos, videos, contacts etc. You can get photos from iCloud to a new iPhone, iPad, iPod, and other Apple devices with a same Apple account. However, it is troublesome that sometimes iCloud is currently unavailable. This article will provide you with three effective ways to fix this issue.
Bonus: Backup iPhone with iCloud alternative
Conclusion
Possible reasons to iCloud currently unavailable
When you try to backup by iCloud, you suddenly find that you are unable to sign in iCloud. What can you do? To solve this problem, we have to know why iCould is currently unavailable. Many reasons can result in an unavailable iCloud, and you may not figure it out for sure. The main reasons are as follows.
● iCloud will be unable to sign in if you log in with a wrong account.
● An unstable internet connection can result in an unavailable iCloud. A stable internet is an essential prerequisite to backup on iCloud.
● Changes in iTunes terms and policy can also make you fail to sign in iCloud.
How to fix "iCloud is currently unavailable" issue
There are three effective solutions to help you out of an unavailable iCloud. You can try them one after another until your issue gets fixed. Alternatively, an iCloud alternative is introduced in the next part to give a better backup service.
Solution 1. Connect to other network
A fast and steady network is necessary when iCloud is working. In addition, you’d better choose a private Wi-Fi when you are using iCloud. To protect your privacy, iCloud may not be available when you connect to an insecure Wi-Fi, like public Wi-Fi.
If you can log in your iCloud account in other devices, which means there’s no fault with Internet connection, then turn to the next method. However, if you can’t, reboot the router or connect your device to other internet, and try to log in your iCloud account again.
Method 2. Sign out & in your iCloud account
This method is used to solve connection issue, which is the most common problem with iCloud. You may get into troubles like failing to connect to iCloud or an unavailable iCould storage details. They can occur anytime and anywhere.
You can try to sign out your iCloud account from your iPhone and sign in with the same account again. Here is how to do it.
Step 1. Find “Setting” icon, then click it.
Step 2. Swipe down and tap “Sign out” icon, enter your password to confirm.
Step 3. Restart your iPhone, turn to "Settings" to log in back using your Apple ID details.
Method 3. Force restart your iPhone
If your iCloud is currently unavailable, restarting your device can be the easiest way to fix it. It could refresh the system to avoid system glitches. And whatever problem you meet, you can try this way. Here is how to do it.
iPhone 8 or later: Press the volume+button and then quickly release. Press the volume- button and then quickly release. Press the power button for seconds until you see the logo of Apple.
iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus: Press both the power button and volume- button for seconds until you see the logo of Apple.
iPhone 6s or earlier: Press both the power button and the Home button for seconds until you see the logo of Apple.
Bonus: Backup iPhone with iCloud alternative
Obviously, most iPhone users choose iCloud to backup their devices. But we also have to admit that the demerits of iCloud outweigh its merits.
What will you do after running out of the 5GB storage space for free? Paying for extra storage space monthly, or elaborately managing your limited space from time to time?
Here AOMEI MBackupper comes. AOMEI MBackupper is a professional iPhone backup software, which aims to provide you with a safer, easier and quicker process when you are backing up. You can backup almost everything you want as you can see from the picture below.
What AOMEI MBackupper could do for you:
◆ Without storage space limitation. With AOMEI MBackupper, you can be free to save the backup files to any local folders, external hard drives, etc. as you like, which means the storage space seems to be unlimited.
◆ Backup iPhone fully or selectively. It allows you to backup everything on iPhone like what iCloud can do. You can also backup only the files you want.
◆ Simple and time-saving operations. With a few clicks, you can finish the backup or restore task in a short time.
◆ Wide compatibility. AOMEI MBackupper supports kinds of iPhone like the latest iPhone 13 series and iPhone SE (2022), as well as iPad and iPod. It also works well with the latest iOS 15.
Download the tool to your computer right now and let AOMEI MBackupper backup selective files from your iPhone to computer.
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to computer with USB > Run AOMEI MBackupper and click Custom Backup (or Full Backup to backup everything on iPhone).
Step 2. Check each icon to preview the files on your iPhone > Select the files that you want to backup to computer > Click OK to confirm.
Step 3. Choose a storage path to save your backup files > Click Start Backup to begin the task.
When the backup is finished, you can go to the Backup Management screen by clicking Back. From here, you can view the backup files and restore the backup to your previous iPhone or any other iOS devices.
Conclusion
That’s all for the ways to fix the “iCloud is currently unavailable” issue. Hope this article can help you solve the problem. If you are seeking a better way to backup your iOS devices, you can try the tool - AOMEI MBackupper. For more information, you can contact us or give your comment below. We will reply to you as soon as possible.