What is apple icloud account

Manage and use your Apple ID

Your Apple ID is the account you use to access Apple services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. You can sign in to all Apple services with a single Apple ID and password.

Sign in with your Apple ID

Use the same Apple ID and password every time you’re asked to sign in to an Apple device or service. If you don’t have an Apple ID, learn how to create a new Apple ID. You can use your Apple ID to:

• Automatically set up all of your Apple services when you set up a new device and sign in with your Apple ID.
• Keep your personal content up to date on all of your devices when you sign in to iCloud.
• Sign in to the iTunes, Books, and App Store to make purchases and access previous purchases.
• Sign in to iMessage and FaceTime 1 to talk and text with friends and family.
• Sign in to third-party apps and websites with Sign in with Apple.

Manage your Apple ID

Because your Apple ID is used across all your devices and services, it’s important to keep your account information up to date. Simply sign in to your Apple ID account page 2 at any time to manage your account:

• Update trusted phone numbers and devices that you’re currently signed in to with your Apple ID.
• Change your password to help maintain the security of your account.
• Update your Apple ID email address 3 to make sure it’s an address that you use frequently.
• Add additional email addresses to help people find and communicate with you on Apple services like FaceTime 1 , iMessage, and Find My.
• Update the birth date associated with your Apple ID.
• Change your Apple ID country or region.

Help us protect your account

The security and privacy of your Apple ID is very important to us. Here are some things you can do to make sure your account remains private and secure:

• If you haven’t already, set up two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security to your account. Depending on when you created your Apple ID, it might already be protected by two-factor authentication.
• If you can’t set up two-factor authentication, reset your security questions and add a rescue email address. If you forget your password or the answers to your security questions, your rescue email address will help you regain access to your account.
• Learn about best security practices for your Apple ID.

1 FaceTime isn’t available in all countries or regions.

2 Depending on how you created your Apple ID, you might be required to provide additional information or change your Apple ID username from a mobile phone number to an email address.

3 In China mainland and India, you can use your phone number as your Apple ID. In China mainland, you might be required to provide a +86 phone number for your Apple ID. You can change the number later, or change your country or region to a location that doesn’t require it. This number is only used for verification purposes.

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iCloud

The best place for all your photos, files, and more.

iCloud is built into every Apple device. That means all your stuff — photos, files, notes, and more — is safe, up to date, and available wherever you are. Everyone gets 5GB of free iCloud storage to start. And you can upgrade to iCloud+ anytime for powerful new features and more storage. 1

Upgrade to iCloud+ for more powerful features and storage.
Starting at just $0.99/mo. Learn more

iCloud Photos

All your photos and videos.
Always available.

A lifetime of photos
on all your devices.

With iCloud Photos, you can browse, search, and share all the photos and videos from any of your devices, whether they were taken yesterday or years ago. Features like face recognition and object detection are processed locally on your device through machine learning, rather than in the cloud. And apps can only access your photos with your permission.

Take all the photos you want. Without worrying about space on your devices.

To save space on your devices, the original, full‑resolution photos you take are automatically uploaded to iCloud. You’ll still always have a lightweight version of every photo on your device, and you can download the originals whenever you need them.

The easiest way to share photos with friends and family.

Shared Albums lets you create albums for trips, events, or whatever you want. Simply choose the friends and family members who can see, comment, and add their own photos and videos.

iCloud Drive

Any type of file.
All in one place.

All your files available from all your devices.

The files you keep safe in iCloud Drive are easy to get to, no matter which device you’re using. You can access all your files from the Files app on iOS and iPadOS, the Finder on your Mac, File Explorer for Windows PCs, or iCloud.com.

Organize files however you want. Get to them on any device you want.

iCloud Drive lets you organize your files with folders, rename them, and tag them with colors. And when you make a change, the update is made across all your devices. You can even have everything in your Mac Desktop and Documents folders automatically available in iCloud Drive.

Share folders and files with ease.

iCloud Drive makes it fast and easy to work with others from anywhere. Just send a private link and they’ll get instant access to the folders and files you’ve chosen to share. You control whether they can view, share, or edit each file, and you can change these settings at any time. And anyone can participate since it works across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows PCs, and the web.

Apps using iCloud

Your favorite apps are
even better with iCloud.

All your essentials.
Accessible from all your devices.

iCloud automatically keeps apps — including Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, Safari, and some of your favorite apps from the App Store — updated across all your devices. So when you add a new phone number, bookmark a website, or update a slide in a presentation, the change appears everywhere.

Collaborate with Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and Notes.

Work with others on documents, presentations, and spreadsheets and see edits as they’re made. With live updates on all your devices, your collaborators will always be on the same page.

Every message. Updated across all your devices.

iCloud automatically stores all of your messages. Search for an address, a funny exchange, or anything else. And you can pick up every conversation right where you left off. Even when you move to a new phone or computer.

iCloud Backup and Restore

All the things that matter.
Safe and secure.

Automatic backups give you peace of mind.

iCloud automatically backs up your iOS and iPadOS devices when they’re connected to power and Wi-Fi. So if you lose your device or get a new one, you’ll have all the things that matter without missing a beat. 2

Move to a new device with everything you loved about your old one.

iCloud makes moving your settings, photos, apps, and documents to a new device seamless. Just sign in to iCloud when you set up your new device, and you’ll be ready to go in minutes.

Two‑factor authentication helps keep your data safe.

Two‑factor authentication is an extra layer of security designed to ensure that only you can access your account. That means your account can only be accessed on devices you trust, like your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

iCloud+

Powerful new features.
Plenty of storage.

When you upgrade to iCloud+ you’ll not only be able to choose the amount of storage that’s right for you, you’ll get an even more powerful and connected experience across your devices. It’s everything you already love about iCloud — along with enhanced privacy protections for web browsing and email and expanded HomeKit Secure Video support. 3

iCloud Private Relay

Browse like it’s nobody’s business. Because it isn’t.

iCloud Private Relay lets you browse with Safari on different networks in an even more secure and private way — whether that’s at home, a hotel, or a cafe. It’s designed so that websites, network providers, and even Apple can’t use your IP address, location, and browsing activity to create a detailed profile about you. 4

Hide My Email

Keep your personal email address personal.

Instantly generate unique, random email addresses that forward to your personal inbox — and even let you reply — so you don’t have to share your real email address when filling out a form on the web or signing up for a newsletter. You can create as many addresses as you need and disable them at any time, so you stay in control of your inbox.

HomeKit Secure Video

Keep an eye on your home. Keep other eyes out.

Connect your cameras with HomeKit Secure Video to record, analyze, and view your home security footage from anywhere. Footage is stored in an end-to-end encrypted format that only you, and the people you choose, can monitor. And none of that recorded video counts toward your iCloud storage, so you don’t have to give up space for the photos, files, backups, and other things you need most.

Choose the plan that’s right for you.

All iCloud+ plans can be shared using Family Sharing. And iCloud+ is included with all Apple One plans at no additional cost.

Good for storing
all the basics, like contacts, calendars, and notes.

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HomeKit Secure Video

The most popular
option for storing
photos, videos, files, apps, and device backups.

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HomeKit Secure Video

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Good for
anyone
with
lots of photos
and videos.

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HomeKit Secure Video

5 security
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Storage for a
lifetime
of photos and videos. The best for home security videos.

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HomeKit Secure Video

Unlimited security cameras

In case you missed anything.

What is iCloud+?

iCloud+ combines everything you love about iCloud with even more great features. When you subscribe to iCloud+ you’ll get access to Private Relay, Hide My Email, expanded HomeKit Secure Video support, and a choice of storage plans for your photos, files, and more.

Is there still a free version of iCloud?

Yes. All Apple device owners still get 5GB of iCloud storage for free. You can upgrade to iCloud+ at any time for even more powerful privacy features and expanded storage for your data.

Can I share iCloud+ with my family?

Yes. All iCloud+ plans can be shared with people in the same Family Sharing group, so everyone gets access to shared storage, iCloud Private Relay, Hide My Email, and expanded HomeKit Secure Video support.

Will there be any price change for my Apple One subscription?

No. Apple One pricing will not change. New iCloud+ features will be added to your subscription.

Apple One

Bundle iCloud+
with up to five other great services.
And enjoy more for less.

Family Sharing

Family Sharing makes it easy for you and up to five family members to share Apple Books and App Store purchases and an iCloud storage plan. 6 And everyone can access an Apple Music family plan and subscriptions to Apple TV+, Apple News+, and Apple Arcade.

Designed with your
privacy in mind.

Apple takes the security of your data and the privacy of your personal information very seriously. Because of that, iCloud features are designed to keep your information safe, secure, and available only to you.

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iCloud User Guide

What is iCloud?

iCloud is the service from Apple that securely stores your personal information, keeps it up to date on all your devices, and makes it easy to share your photos, files, and more with friends and family.

Use iCloud with your favorite apps

See the same photos and videos everywhere. Keep your files up to date on all your devices. Store data from your favorite apps and see it anywhere iCloud is turned on.

Get more storage and features with iCloud+

When you upgrade to iCloud+, you get more iCloud storage for your photos and files and access to features like iCloud Private Relay (beta) and Hide My Email.

Use iCloud on the web

See your mail, photos, files, and more on iCloud.com. They’re safe, up to date, and available wherever you are.

To explore the iCloud User Guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field.

If you need more help, visit the iCloud Support website.

Not all features are available in all countries or regions.

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What is iCloud?

iCloud helps you keep your most important information—like your photos, files, backups, and more—secure, up to date, and available across all your devices. It’s built into every Apple device and everyone gets 5 GB of storage to start. You can upgrade to iCloud+ for more storage and premium features, including iCloud Private Relay (beta), Hide My Email, and HomeKit Secure Video support.

Note: iCloud Private Relay is currently in beta.

To get started, sign in to your Apple ID to set up iCloud on your Mac, iOS and iPadOS devices, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Windows computer.

To set up iCloud on your iOS or iPadOS device, Apple TV, or Windows computer, see the Apple Support article Set up iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

Here are some ways you can use iCloud.

All your photos and videos. Always available.

iCloud Photos securely stores all your photos and videos and keeps them up to date on your Mac, your iOS devices, iPadOS devices, Apple TV, and iCloud.com. Any edits you make in the Photos app are automatically updated everywhere. And with Shared Albums, it’s easy to share photos and videos with the people you choose and invite them to add photos, videos, and comments to your shared albums. Learn more about Photos.

Keep all your files securely stored in iCloud Drive

Securely store and organize your files in iCloud Drive. Access them across all your devices and on iCloud.com, and share them with a private link. You can also add your Mac Desktop and Documents folders to iCloud Drive so they’re available everywhere. Learn more about iCloud Drive.

Share music, books, apps, subscriptions, and more with your family

With Family Sharing, you and up to five other family members can share access to amazing Apple services like Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud+, Apple Fitness+, Apple News+, and Apple Arcade. Your group can also share iTunes, Apple Books, and App Store purchases, an iCloud storage plan, and a family photo album. You can even help locate each other’s missing devices. When you subscribe to iCloud+, you can also share all the iCloud+ features and included storage with your family. Learn more about Family Sharing.

iCloud Private Relay (beta)

Connect to virtually any network and browse with Safari in an even more secure and private way. Available with iCloud+. Learn more about Private Relay.

Create unique, random email addresses that forward to your personal email account. Available with iCloud+. Learn more about Hide My Email.

Your favorite apps are even better with iCloud

Keep your mail, calendars, notes, contacts, reminders, messages, news, and stocks up to date, as well as your and HomeKit accessories settings, using the apps on your Mac, iOS and iPadOS devices, and iCloud.com. Learn more about the apps included on your Mac.

iCloud Tabs, bookmarks, and reading list in Safari

See the webpages you have open on your Mac, iOS devices, and iPadOS devices (your iCloud Tabs). Read articles from your Reading List, even when you’re offline. Plus, use the same bookmarks on your Mac, iOS devices, iPadOS devices, and Windows computer. Learn more about Safari.

Keep your passwords, credit card information, and more up to date, and have it entered automatically on your Mac, iOS and iPadOS devices. Learn more about iCloud Keychain.

Everyone gets 5GB of free iCloud storage to get started and it’s easy to upgrade at any time. Your apps and iTunes Store purchases don’t count toward your iCloud storage space, so you need it just for things like photos, videos, files, and device backups. Learn more about iCloud storage.

Note: iCloud requires an internet connection; some iCloud features have minimum system requirements. See the Apple Support article System requirements for iCloud. iCloud may not be available in all areas: iCloud features may vary by area.

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