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iWork for iOS: Backing up your iWork for iOS files

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Summary

When you create files with Pages, Keynote, or Numbers for iOS, your files are saved within that iWork app on your iOS device. Deleting any of the iWork apps will also delete the files you created within them. Although iOS devices will inform you about your files being deleted, it is a good practice to backup your files when possible.

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iWork for iOS, iTunes

You can back up your Pages, Keynote, or Numbers for iOS files in two ways:

  1. Back up your iOS device via iTunes

    iTunes will automatically back up your iOS device each time it syncs with iTunes. These backups will also include files within your app. If you restore from one of these backups, your iWork for iOS files will be restored.

    For more information on iTunes backups, read this article.

  2. Copy iWork for iOS files to a designated folder on your computer

    Along with the iTunes backups, it is also good practice to occasionally copy all files from your iWork for iOS apps to a dedicated folder on your computer. This option will also allow you to see your iWork for iOS files individually, and it will allow for editing on your computer if needed.

    For more information on how to copy your iWork for iOS files to your computer, read this article.

 

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