Can't Find iCloud Drive on iPhone? 7 Solutions Here!

• What is iCloud Drive?
• Where is My iCloud Drive on iPhone?
• How to Set up iCloud Drive on iPhone?
• How to Fix the "Can't Find iCloud Drive on iPhone" Issue
• Bonus Tip: Backup iCloud Drive to Another Cloud via MultCloud
• Conclusion
• FAQs

What is iCloud Drive?

iCloud Drive is a cloud-based file storage and synchronization service provided by Apple Inc. It is part of Apple's larger ecosystem of cloud services called iCloud, which is designed to work seamlessly across Apple devices such as iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even Windows computers.

You also need to notice that iCloud Drive is different from iCloud and iCloud Photos. They are separated.

Where is My iCloud Drive on iPhone?

In some cases, you can't find iCloud Drive on iPhone because you don't know where it is. On iPhone, you can access iCloud Drive storage in the Files app. Here's how to find it:

Step 1: Open the Files App. It typically has a blue folder icon and is pre-installed on your iPhone. If you can't find it on your home screen, you can swipe the home screen to the left and search for this app by entering "Files" in the search bar.

Step 2: Click the "Browse" button in the upper-left corner of the Files app.

Step 3: Tap "iCloud Drive" to view the files and folders stored on it.

How to Set up iCloud Drive on iPhone?

As mentioned before, if you want to use iCloud Drive storage and find it on your iPhone, you have to enable it first. Here are the steps.

Step 1: Locate the "Settings" app on your iPhone's home screen (it looks like a gear icon).

Step 2: Tap on your name or Apple ID at the top of the Settings menu. Then, Select "iCloud" in the Apple ID settings.

Step 3: Choose "Drive" on the iCloud page and click it to open the iCloud Drive settings.

Step 4: Toggle the button next to "Sync this iPhone" in the iCloud Drive settings. When the button turns green, it means iCloud Drive is now enabled on your iPhone. Then, you can open the Files app to find iCloud Drive and add, modify, or delete files on iCloud Drive.

Step 5: Choose which app to use iCloud Drive by opening "Apps Syncing to iCloud Drive" and toggling the button next the apps.

How to Fix the "Can't Find iCloud Drive on iPhone" Issue

If iCloud Drive is not showing up on your iPhone, you can try the 7 quick solutions to deal with this issue:

Way 1: Check iCloud Settings

Step 1: Open "Settings" on your iPhone.

Step 2: Tap your name at the top, scroll down, and select "iCloud."

Step 3: Ensure that iCloud Drive is enabled. If not, turn it on by switching on the button next to it.

Way 2: Update iOS

Outdated iOS software can sometimes cause issues. Make sure your iPhone uses the latest iOS version. To check for updates, go to "Settings" > find "General" and open it > click on "Software Update."

Way 3: Restart Your iPhone

Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve minor glitches. Press and hold the power and volume down buttons until you see the slider to turn off your iPhone. Then restart your iPhone.

Way 4: Check Storage Space

iCloud Drive requires sufficient storage space on your iCloud account. If your iCloud storage is full, it may not work properly. You can check iCloud storage with the following steps: Go to "Settings" > Tap on [your name] > Select "iCloud" > Choose "Manage Storage".

Then you can see how much iCloud storage you used. If it is about to run out, you can consider deleting unnecessary files or upgrading your iCloud storage plan.

Way 5: Sign in and out of Apple ID

Step 1: Open "Settings" on your iPhone.

Step 2: Click on [your name], scroll the page, and click "Sign Out" to log out of your Apple ID. Then sign in to your Apple ID again.

Way 6: Check Restrictions

If you have parental controls or restrictions enabled on your device, you probably can't find iCloud Drive on iPhone. Open iPhone "Settings" > Select "Screen Time" > Choose "Content & Privacy Restrictions" and ensure that iCloud Drive is not restricted.

Way 7: Reset Network Settings

Occasionally, network settings can affect iCloud Drive. To reset them, Open iPhone Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings. This will reset Wi-Fi, cellular, and VPN settings.

Bonus Tip: Backup iCloud Drive to Another Cloud via MultCloud

You may have the moment that you need some files urgently but can't find iCloud Drive on iPhone to access these files. At this moment, if you have backed up the files to another place, you can still access them immediately. Since you may be used to saving files on cloud drives, backing up iCloud Drive files to another cloud will be a good choice. To automatically backup files to a cloud, MultCloud Cloud Backup can help you realize it on one platform.

Except for directly backing up files from iCloud Drive to another cloud, Cloud Backup also allows you to restore the files back to iCloud Drive with different versions in case you modify the files on iCloud Drive.

Step 1: Get a free MultCloud account when you enter its website.

Step 2: Add iCloud Drive and Google Drive (for example) to MultCloud: Click "Add Cloud" and the cloud icons. Then log in to the cloud accounts and accept MultCloud to access your clouds. When logging in to iCloud Drive, you will need to go through the two-factor authentication.

Step 3: Click "Cloud Backup" and choose iCloud Drive and Google Drive in the boxes. Then, click on "Backup Now" to start the task.

Conclusion

When you can't find iCloud Drive on iPhone, you must be frustrated. However, with the 7 easy fixes and a few simple steps, you can resolve this issue and regain access to your important files and documents on iCloud Drive on your iPhone. Don't let the problem hold you back. Follow the troubleshooting tips mentioned in this post to get back on track.

 Moreover, if you want to backup your iCloud Drive files to another cloud, try MultCloud Cloud Backup to automatically transfer files from iCloud Drive to OneDrive, Google Drive, OneDrive, pCloud, etc. without downloading and uploading.

FAQs

Why don't I have iCloud Drive on my iPhone?

The most probable reason that you cannot find iCloud Drive on your iPhone is you do not enable iCloud Drive on your iPhone. To enable it, go to Settings > tap your Apple ID > choose iCloud > Drive > toggle "Sync this iPhone". If you have turned iCloud Drive on, you can try to fix your problem with the 7 solutions shown above.

Why is iCloud not showing up on my iPhone?

iCloud can be found on your iPhone Settings > Apple ID settings. If you find iCloud not showing up, it may be because you do not sign in to your Apple ID or your network connection is weak.

Where is my iCloud storage on my iPhone?

If you want to check your iCloud storage on your iPhone, go to Settings > [Apple ID] > iCloud > Storage.

Why can't I see my iCloud account on my iPhone?

You cannot see your iCloud account may be because you do not sign in to your Apple ID or your network connection is poor. Besides, it may be caused by outdated software, iCloud sync issues, or your account issues.