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How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?

11/03/2017

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You can restore 3uTools/iTunes backups to your iPhone at any time. But if you didnt backup your iPhone before, then you cant restore data from 3uTools/iTunes backup. Youre suggested to backup your iPhone now and then so as to prevent iPhone data from losing. In addition, it is worth mentioning that backups (data) in higher iOS versions cant be restored to lower iOS versions.

 

How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Step1: Download the latest 3uTools on your computer. Connect iPhone to the computer with a USB cable.


Step2: Run 3uTools -> click Toolbox -> Backup/Restore -> Restore Data.


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?

How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Step3: Choose the backup file you want to sync from your computer and click Restore Now.


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Step4: Reading the reminder carefully, make sure you know iDevice’s Apple ID and password. And then click Restore Now.


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Note: Restoring data to iDevice will remove iDevice’s original Photos, Message, Contacts, Calender, Notes, Settings, etc.


Step5: 3uTools will restore data automatically. Just wait till this process is completed.


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Step6: Your iPhone will restart automatically at this moment, and then 3uTools will help you restore apps of your iPhone.


How to Restore iPhone Data From An 3uTools/iTunes Backup?


Note: If the apps you installed are expired, off the shelf from App store or apps aren't grabbed by 3uTools online store, then 3uTools can’t help you restore them.


By the way, many iPhone users reported that they have backuped their iDevice, but they can’t restore data after downgrading their iPhone from higher iOS version to lower iOS version. To solve this problem, you’re suggested to use 3uTools Customized backup feature. 


Windows
Mac OS
iOS
Linux
3uTools
Win 64-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
Download
Win 32-bit For this device
V9.0 2025-11-11
Download
3uTools V3.18
2025-09-18
Please use the 3uTools PC client to install the iOS client:
1、 Install either the Windows or Mac version of 3uTools on your computer
2、 Open the PC client and connect your device to the computer via USB cable
3、 After the connection is successful, wait for the computer to automatically install the mobile app for the device, or locate “Install Mobile App” on the computer and manually click to install.
3uTools
deb file
v3.01 2025-11-20
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rpm file
v3.01 2025-11-20
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Windows
iOS
Android
3uAirPlayer
Win 64-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
Download
Win 32-bit For this device
V6.0.2 2025-11-19
Download
iOS Device Mirroring (No App Required)
1、 Install 3uAirplayer on the Windows PC
2、 Open Control Center and select Screen Mirroring
3、 From the list, choose your PC to start mirroring
4、 Or connect your iOS device to the PC via USB to begin mirroring
Scan to get "3uAirPlayer" App