Backup & Sync
Keep your memories safe across devices
Keep your memories safe across all your devices. Lifelight provides multiple backup options and seamless sync to ensure your journal is always available and never lost.
iCloud Sync
Automatic Sync Features
- ✓ Automatic backup to your iCloud account
- ✓ Real-time sync across all your devices
- ✓ Intelligent conflict resolution
- ✓ Version history for recovery
- ✓ Selective sync options
Setting Up iCloud Sync
- 1. Open Lifelight Settings
- 2. Tap "Backup & Sync"
- 3. Toggle "iCloud Sync" on
- 4. Sign in to iCloud if prompted
- 5. Wait for initial sync to complete
Local Backup
Export Options
- • Export to Files app
- • PDF generation with formatting
- • JSON data export for developers
- • Photo album creation
- • Complete data package download
What's Included
- • All journal entries
- • Photos and media
- • AI conversation history
- • Memory Vine data
- • Settings and preferences
Creating a Local Backup
- 1. Go to Settings → Backup & Sync
- 2. Tap "Create Local Backup"
- 3. Choose export format (PDF/JSON/Full)
- 4. Select date range (optional)
- 5. Save to Files or share
Recovery Options
Restore Your Data
From iCloud
Automatic restoration when signing in on new device
From Local Backup
Import backup file through Settings
Selective Restoration
Choose specific date ranges or themes
Cross-Platform Support
Transfer between iOS devices easily
Sync Management
Control What Syncs
- • Journal entries (always)
- • Photos (optional, saves space)
- • Voice recordings (optional)
- • AI conversations (optional)
- • App settings (recommended)
Bandwidth Settings
Wi-Fi Only
- • Sync only on Wi-Fi
- • Saves cellular data
- • Best for media-heavy journals
- • Default setting
Any Connection
- • Sync on cellular too
- • Real-time updates
- • May use more data
- • Best for text-only
Troubleshooting Sync
Common Issues & Fixes
Sync not working?
Check iCloud settings, sign out and back in
Duplicate entries?
Use "Merge Duplicates" in Settings
Missing recent entries?
Pull down to refresh, check sync status
Storage full?
Clear cache, reduce photo quality, or upgrade iCloud
Best Practices
Regular Backups
- • Weekly local export
- • Monthly full backup
- • Before major updates
- • Keep 2-3 versions
Sync Health
- • Check status weekly
- • Clear conflicts promptly
- • Monitor storage usage
- • Test restore process
Security Tips
- • Use strong iCloud password
- • Enable two-factor auth
- • Encrypt local backups
- • Store safely offline
💾 Peace of Mind
With automatic backup and sync, your memories are always safe. Write freely knowing that every word, photo, and moment is securely preserved for years to come.
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