How to delete old backups on iCloud

[techinmay]

My iCloud storage is full because of old backups. I want to delete old backups on iCloud but I’m not sure which ones are safe to remove. Can someone guide me on how to delete old backups on iCloud without losing important data?

 

[Robertpatrick]

Want to delete your old iCloud backups? First, open Settings on your iPhone or iPad, hit your name at the top, then follow the path iCloud Manage Storage Backups. Find the device backup that you don't need anymore, hit Delete Backup, and then confirm your action. Doing this will delete the saved data and keep your iCloud space free. Sign in to iCloud on your Mac or PC, open storage settings, click Backups, and delete the ones that are old. Uninstalling backups that are not in use regularly will keep your storage groomed and won't make you pay for more space from Apple.

 

[royjasika]

To delete old backups on iCloud, go to Settings on your iPhone or iPad, tap your name, then open iCloud and select Manage Storage. Tap Backups, choose the device backup you no longer need, and tap Delete Backup. Confirm your choice. This frees up storage space and helps keep your cloud account organized and efficient.

 

[bennyturner]

To delete old backups on iCloud, open Settings on your iPhone and tap your Apple ID at the top. Go to iCloud, then Manage Storage or iCloud Storage, and select Backups. Choose the old device backup you no longer need and tap “Delete Backup” to free storage space.

 

[berdyui]

Many users delete old backups on iCloud to create more storage for photos, apps, and new device backups. Open iCloud settings, review backup sizes, and remove outdated backups from devices you no longer use. This process helps manage storage efficiently and keeps iCloud organized.

 

[BillyBoler]

If your iCloud storage is full, learning how to delete old backups on iCloud can solve the problem quickly. Go to Settings, open your Apple ID profile, and access backup management options. Removing unnecessary backups reduces clutter and ensures enough storage for important files and future backups.

 

[BirgitScha]

Before you delete old backups on iCloud, make sure the backup is no longer needed for restoring your device. Deleting the wrong backup may remove important data permanently. Checking the backup date and associated device name helps safely delete old backups on iCloud without losing useful information.

 

[brendenaaronson7859]

You can also delete old backups on iCloud using a Mac or Windows computer. Open iCloud settings, manage storage options, and locate outdated backups linked to older Apple devices. Removing unused backups improves available cloud space and helps your current iPhone or iPad back up smoothly.