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Backing Up Your Phone

Never lose your photos and contacts again. This course is written in plain language, moves at your pace, and never assumes you have used technology before. Every lesson includes clear steps, examples and a short knowledge check so you can be sure the skill stuck.

Duration
35 min
Lessons
6 lessons
Quizzes
1 quiz
Instructor
The Luc Cochran Foundation
Last updated
Updated August 31, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Turn on automatic backup

Course curriculum

Understanding Backups

Learn what a backup is and why it matters for your photos and contacts.

  1. 1What is a Backup?Explain the importance of keeping a second copy of your phone data.7 min
  2. 2Backing Up an iPhoneSet up automatic iCloud backups on an Apple device.10 min

Android and Google Backup

Learn how to use your Google account to secure your Android phone.

  1. 1Backing Up an Android PhoneEnable Google One backup on an Android device.10 min
  2. 2Managing Your StorageIdentify how much space your backup is using.8 min

Restoring Your Data

How to get your information back onto a new or reset phone.

  1. 1Getting Your Data BackDescribe the process of restoring a backup.10 min
  2. 2Keeping Your Backup SecureUnderstand the importance of account security for backups.9 min

Backing Up Your Phone Quiz

Passing score 70% · unlimited attempts

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Who this course is for

  • Adults new to technology
  • Seniors building confidence
  • Job seekers
  • Students and families