iCloud storage is a service provided by Apple that allows users to store their photos, videos, files, and other content in the cloud. When you set up iCloud, you get 5 GB of free storage, but you can upgrade to iCloud+ for more storage. iCloud+ plans include 50 GB, 200 GB, or 2 TB of storage.
The main difference between device storage and iCloud storage is that device storage is the available storage on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other Apple device, while iCloud storage is a cloud-based storage service that allows you to access your content on any device and help optimize your storage.
Some of the things you can do with iCloud storage include:
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Photos and videos: You can use iCloud Photos to store your photo library in iCloud and see it everywhere. Your original, full-resolution photos and videos are stored in the cloud, while smaller versions of your photos and videos appear on your devices. You can download the original versions at any time.
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Files: You can store your documents, presentations, and other files in iCloud Drive and access them on all your devices and on the web. Your files stay up to date everywhere.
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iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch backups: You can use iCloud Backup to automatically back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to iCloud. Your backups are available if you ever need to restore your device.
If your iCloud storage is almost full or full, you might get an alert and you can buy more storage. You can also free up iCloud storage space by checking your iCloud storage on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and managing your content.
