[2024] Top 3 Fixes to iCloud Is Currently Unavailable

iCloud is widely used to back up photos, videos, contacts, etc. on iOS devices. Besides, you can get photos from iCloud to a new iPhone, iPad, iPod, and other Apple devices with the 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.

Possible reasons to iCloud service currently unavailable

When you try to backup iPhone or sync files between two devices by iCloud, you suddenly find it doesn't work. 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 utilize iCloud service.
● 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 an excellent iCloud alternative.

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.

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.

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.

4. Manage iCloud data using AOMEI FoneBackup

Chances are that iCloud is unavailable currently because iCloud services are encountering issues, and you need to wait for Apple to solve the issue. In this case, you can try a third-party tool like AOMEI FoneBackup to access and manage iCloud data. Download the tool to your computer right now and enjoy the fabulous services of the iCloud data management tool - AOMEI FoneBackup.

Step 1. Launch AOMEI FoneBackup and click My iCloud from left pane > Sign in with your iCloud account > You'll be asked to enter the verification code to confirm your operation.

Step 2. Choose Manage iCloud. From this page, you can view all iCloud photos, Contacts, Notes, Videos, as well as files saved in iCloud Drive. You are also allowed to directly upload and download files from iCloud and iCloud Drive using AOMEI FoneBackup.

Bonus: Best iCloud alternative for iPhone data backup and transfer

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 5 GB storage space for free? Paying for extra storage space monthly, or elaborately managing your limited space from time to time?

Here AOMEI FoneBackup comes. AOMEI FoneBackup can also be seen as one of the best iCloud alternative for iPhone/iPad, which aims to provide you with a safer, easier and quicker process when you are backing up iOS devices and sharing files among iDevices and computer. 

Backup iOS devices to computer fully or selectively

Overview of the advantages of AOMEI FoneBackup:
◆ Without storage space limitation. With AOMEI FoneBackup, 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 FoneBackup supports kinds of iPhone like the latest iPhone 14 series and iPhone SE (2022), as well as iPad and iPod. It also works well with the latest iOS 17/18.

Simple steps to backup iPhone selectively
Step 1. Connect your iPhone to computer with USB > Run AOMEI FoneBackup and click Phone Backup to get to Selective 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 > Save your backup files to a destination you like > Click Start Backup to begin the task.

When the backup is finished, you can go to the Backup HIstory screen by clicking View. From here, you can view the backup files and restore the backup to your previous iPhone or any other iOS devices.

Transfer files between iOS devices and Windows PC

If the iCloud sync service is currently unavailable, AOMEI FoneBackup can be a nice helper to share files between iOS devices. It also supports iPhone to computer and computer to iPhone transfer.
◆ No restriction of Apple ID. With AOMEI FoneBackup, you can achieve transfer data between different Apple IDs.
◆ Transfer more items. As for music, both purchased and non-purchased music is allowed to transfer with no effort.

e.g. Steps to transfer music from iPhone A to iPhone B
Step 1. Connect iPhone A to computer > Run AOMEI FoneBackup and choose iPhone to PC from the Phone Transfer page.

Step 2. Select the wanted music > Modify a storage path you prefer from Transfer Settings to save the music > Click Start Transfer to begin.

Step 3. Unplug iPhone A and connect iPhone B into the computer > Back to the main interface of AOMEI FoneBackup and choose PC to iPhone.

Step 4. Drag and drop music to the box or click the plus icon to add it > Click Start Transfer to import wanted music to iPhone B.

?️ The feature-rich AOMEI FoneBackup has many other functions waiting for you to explorer. For example, the iPhone to iPhone function helps transfer all data to new iPhone without backup when you have just got a new iPhone 15/14/13.

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 alternative to iCloud, you can try the tool - AOMEI FoneBackup. For more information, you can contact us.