Remote-access Guide

icloud drive remote access

by Alford Hermiston Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Can I access iCloud remotely?

You can access iCloud on any computer or phone by going to icloud.com. On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, your Apple ID menu lets you manage iCloud and choose what data it saves. To access iCloud on a new device, you might need to enter a two-factor authentication code.

How can I access iCloud Drive without iPhone?

Access your files in iCloud DriveOn your Mac. You can access iCloud Drive in the Finder on your Mac. ... On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. If you're on a device with iOS 11 or later, you can access your files from the Files app.On iCloud.com. From a supported browser, sign in to iCloud.com with your Apple ID.On your PC.

How do I log into iCloud remotely?

Simply go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. If you've used the iTunes Store, iCloud, or any Apple service, you might already have an Apple ID.

Can anyone see your iCloud Drive?

If someone knew your Apple ID or your iCloud username/password, they might be able to access your data and information. Some security and privacy measures include determining what of your information you want to be accessible from in the cloud or changing the password to your iCloud account.

What is difference between iCloud and iCloud Drive?

People often confuse iCloud with iCloud Drive, but they don't mean the same thing. They are quite different under the surface. iCloud is a cloud storage service that is used for several services Apple offers while iCloud Drive works like OneDrive, one service that falls under iCloud.

How do I access iCloud Drive on Android?

Open any web browser on your Android device and go to iCloud.com to log in to your Apple ID account. After logging in to your account, tap the Photos, Notes, or Reminders button to view your iCloud content for that app. To view your iCloud Drive files, just tap the iCloud Drive option.

Is iCloud Drive free?

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.

What can be accessed through iCloud?

Access iCloud Apps on iCloud.com These include Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Photos, iCloud Drive, Notes, Reminders, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and Find iPhone. A link to your Account Settings also appears.

Can I log out of iCloud from another device?

You can easily sign out from any device, but take care with the next step: In iOS and iPadOS, go to Settings > account name and tap Sign Out. This signs out any Watch associated with an iPhone, too. In macOS 10.14 Mojave and earlier, open the iCloud preference pane and click Sign Out.

Can someone access my iPhone remotely?

That said, it is possible for someone to monitor your iPhone remotely if a hack has already been implemented, and spyware is already installed. That's why it's important to always be vigilant about your mobile security – even when using a so-called 'unhackable' device such as an iPhone or iPad.

Is iCloud Drive private?

iCloud uses best-in-class security technologies, employs strict policies to protect your information, and leads the industry by adopting secure, privacy-preserving technologies like end-to-end encryption for your data.

Can someone see your iCloud photos?

Photos need to be actually shared through that album to be visible to other members of the family group however. So unless you actually share you photos, they cannot be seen by anybody else.

How do I log into my Apple account without a device?

By logging in to your AppleID in a web browser with your password and recovery key, you can set a new trusted device and/or SMS text number to receive codes at. If your Apple ID is using either two factor authentication or two step verification, then you cannot log in without the verification code.

Is iCloud only for iphones?

And anyone can participate since it works across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows PCs, and the web.

How do I view iCloud photos on PC?

You can access your iCloud Photo Library from any computer by using the iCloud website. Make sure to log in with the same Apple ID that you use for your iCloud Photo Library. Click the "Photos" option. This will load your iCloud Photo Library.

What is web-only access to iCloud?

Web-only access to iCloud lets you share and collaborate with others in real time on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, even if they don't have access to an Apple device. That means you can invite anyone to share a file. Then they can use their web-only account to access the file and make edits, without leaving iCloud. It includes access to iCloud Drive, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and Notes for iCloud, and 1GB of free storage for any notes and documents you create.

How to create an iCloud account?

If you don’t have an Apple ID, you can create one: 1 Go to iCloud.com . 2 Click Create Apple ID. 3 Fill out the required account information including your email address, a strong password, and security questions. 4 Verify your email address by entering the 6-digit code we send you. 5 Accept the iCloud Terms of Service.

What is an Apple ID?

Your Apple ID is the personal account you use with all Apple products and services. It includes the email address and password you use to sign in, as well as the contact, payment, and security details that you use with Apple.

How do I get the full set of iCloud features?

If you have an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, you can get the full set of iCloud features. Simply sign in to iCloud in Settings on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or System Preferences on your Mac. You'll get immediate access to all iCloud features and 5GB of free storage. You can also choose additional storage plans from your device.

How to create an Apple ID if you don't have an Apple ID?

If you don’t have an Apple ID, you can create one: Go to iCloud.com . Click Create Apple ID. Fill out the required account information including your email address, a strong password, and security questions. Verify your email address by entering the 6-digit code we send you. Accept the iCloud Terms of Service.

How to find my Apple ID?

Simply go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID. If you've used the iTunes Store, iCloud, or any Apple service, you might already have an Apple ID. If you don't remember it, you can find your Apple ID .

Can I upgrade my iCloud storage?

Web-only iCloud accounts are limited to 1GB of storage. You need an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac to access the full set of iCloud features and upgrade your storage.

What is iCloud Drive?

iCloud Drive lets you securely access all of your documents from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Windows PC. When you create an iCloud account, you have access to iCloud Drive. With iCloud Drive, you can keep files and folders up to date across all of your devices, share files and folders with friends, family, or colleagues, ...

How to save a file to iCloud on Mac?

On your Mac. Click iCloud Drive in the sidebar of any Finder window. Press and hold the Option key and drag the file to a new location. After making changes to the file, upload the saved copy back to iCloud Drive.

How to recover deleted files from iCloud?

Go to iCloud Drive. In the bottom-right corner, select Recently Deleted items. Browse the list of files. You can also go to Settings > Restore Files. After 30 days, files are removed from Recently Deleted and Restore Files.

How to save files locally on iPhone?

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. In iOS 11 or later: Learn how to save files locally in the Files app . In iOS 10 or earlier: Open the iCloud Drive app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. Touch the file to open it. Tap the Share button in the lower left corner. Choose the way you want to send a copy of the file.

Where are my documents on iCloud?

When you add your Desktop and Documents to iCloud Drive, all of your files move to iCloud. On your Mac, you can find the files on your Desktop and in your Documents folder in Finder under iCloud. If you add a second Mac Desktop, you'll find those files in the Desktop folder in iCloud Drive. A folder is created with the same name as your second Mac.

Where is the Share button on iPhone?

Tap the Share button in the lower left corner.

How to upload files to iCloud from PC?

You can upload files to iCloud Drive from a Mac or PC by doing one of the following: Drag files from either your desktop or a folder window on your computer to the iCloud Drive window . You can also drag your files to a folder icon in the iCloud Drive window. If you drag to a folder icon, it's highlighted to confirm that ...

What happens when you turn on iCloud?

When you turn on iCloud Drive, any documents that you already store in iCloud automatically move to iCloud Drive. You can see your files on iCloud.com , in the Files app on iOS 11 and later, in the Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps, or in the iCloud Drive app on iOS 10 and iOS 9.

How to access files offline?

How to access files while you're offline. To access your files offline, open the Files app on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and follow these steps. If you make changes to locally stored versions of your files while offline the changes won't appear in iCloud Drive. Upload the updated versions of your files to iCloud Drive when you're back online.

How to see your saved files on Mac?

To see your saved files on a Mac, go to Finder > iCloud Drive. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to the Files app. On a PC with iCloud for Windows, go to File Explorer > iCloud Drive. If you still don't see the latest changes or you see an "in-progress change" icon or the iCloud icon in the notification area (system tray), ...

How long does it take to get a deleted file back from iCloud?

If you need to access a file that you deleted within the last 30 days , you can get it back from the Recently Deleted folder in the Files app, or on iCloud.com.

What to do if you don't update to iCloud?

If your files don't update to iCloud Drive. Check these things first: Make sure that you have enough iCloud storage. If you need more space in iCloud, you can buy more iCloud storage or free up space by deleting content. Sign in to iCloud on all of your devices and turn on iCloud Drive. Make sure that you have an active Internet connection on your ...

Do you lose changes when uploading to iCloud?

Pages, Numbers, and Keynote regularly upload files to iCloud so you don’t lose any changes. Other apps upload your files to iCloud only after you save them to the iCloud Drive folder.

How to share iCloud files?

Email: Click Share Options, edit who can access the files and make changes, then click Share. In the email window that appears, invite participants by adding their email addresses or phone numbers in the To field. Make any additional edits to the email, then click Send. The email option is only available when you have iCloud Mail turned on.

How to remove yourself from iCloud?

In iCloud Drive on iCloud.com, select the file or folder you want to remove yourself from , then click . Hold the pointer over your name, then click and choose Remove Me.

How to stop sharing files on iCloud?

In iCloud Drive on iCloud.com, select the file or folder. Click , then do one of the following: Stop sharing with all participants: Click Share Options, then click Stop Sharing. Stop sharing with just one participant: Hold the pointer over ...

How to remove participants from iCloud?

In iCloud Drive on iCloud.com, select the shared file or folder. Click , then do any of the following: Add participants: Click Add People or Send Link. Remove participants from a privately shared item: Hold the pointer over the person’s name, then click and choose Remove Access. Edit sharing options for a participant of a privately shared item: ...

Can you edit iCloud Pages?

Note: If you have shared Pages, Numbers, or Keynote files in iCloud Drive, you can view and edit them using Pages, Numbers, or Keynote on iCloud.com.

What is iCloud private relay?

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

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.

What happens when you upgrade to iCloud+?

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

Does iCloud back up iPad?

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

Is iCloud safe?

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

Does iCloud store messages?

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.

Does iCloud keep apps updated?

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.

How to get to iCloud on Mac?

On your Mac. Go to Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Apple ID. If you’re using macOS Mojave or earlier, you don’t need to click Apple ID. Select iCloud. Sign in with your Apple ID, if you need to. Select iCloud Drive.

How to set up iCloud on PC?

On your Windows PC. After you set up iCloud Drive on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, you can set it up on your Windows PC. Go to Start, open Apps or Programs , and open iCloud for Windows. Enter your Apple ID to sign in to iCloud. Select iCloud Drive, then click Apply.

What happens after you set up iCloud?

After you set up iCloud Drive, any documents that you've already stored in iCloud are automatically moved to iCloud Drive. Your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch keep your files in the Files app in addition to the Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps.

Where is the Desktop and Documents folder on Mac?

You can then find your Desktop and Documents folder in the iCloud section of the Finder sidebar. If you add a second Mac Desktop, you can find the files in your Desktop and Documents folders in iCloud Drive, in a folder with the same name as your second Mac. The files from your second Mac won't automatically merge with the files on your first Mac.

How to access iCloud on Mac?

You can manage your iCloud Drive files from the iCloud Drive folder in Finder: If you need to, turn on iCloud Drive on your Mac: Go to Apple menu  > System Preferences > Apple ID, then click iCloud. Sign in with your Apple ID. Turn on iCloud Drive.

How to add iCloud to Windows Explorer?

On a PC with Windows 7 or later, you can manage your iCloud Drive files using Windows Explorer. Use these steps to add an iCloud Drive folder to Windows Explorer: Download and install iCloud for Windows. Sign in with your Apple ID. Turn on iCloud Drive. Go to the iCloud Drive folder.

What is iCloud storage?

iCloud Photos uses your iCloud storage to keep all of your photos and videos up to date across your devices. You can make more space in iCloud when you delete photos and videos that you no longer need from the Photos app on any of your devices.

How long does iCloud backup last?

You can delete old iCloud backups for the device you're currently using, or older devices you may not use anymore. iCloud backups are available for 180 days after you disable or stop using iCloud Backup.

How to delete iCloud backups?

Go to Apple menu  > System Preferences > Apple ID, then click iCloud. Click Manage and select Backups. Select one of the device backups, then click Delete . If you want to turn off Backup and remove all backups for that device from iCloud, choose Delete when you're asked to confirm.

How much storage does iCloud have?

When you set up iCloud, you automatically get 5GB of storage. You can use that space for your iCloud backups, to keep your photos and videos stored in iCloud Photos, and your documents up to date in iCloud Drive. You can make more space or buy more storage any time.

How to reduce the size of iCloud storage?

Go to Settings > [your name], then tap iCloud. Tap Manage Storage. Tap Backups. Tap the name of the device you're using, then look at Photos. To reduce the size of your Photos backup, save your photos and videos to your computer, then manually back up your iOS device.

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