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Here are some best practices to keep in mind:

Best for advanced users with a large external SSD (do not use a slow HDD or network drive). mobilesync/backup

| Feature | Local Backup (MobileSync) | iCloud Backup | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Uses your hard drive | Paid iCloud storage | | Speed to restore | Very fast (USB/LAN) | Slow (internet dependent) | | Encryption | Optional (but recommended) | Always encrypted | | Health/Keychain data | Only if encrypted | Yes automatically | | Manual cleanup | Required | Automatic (older backups delete) | Here are some best practices to keep in

Keep one recent encrypted local backup in your MobileSync folder as a fallback, and use iCloud Backup for daily convenience. Just remember to audit that MobileSync folder every 6 months—or it will quietly eat your storage. mobilesync/backup