The iCloud service is probably the best service for iOS users, even though it originally only provided 5GB of free storage. This powerful feature allows users to backup and restore a variety of data on iPhone as well as share photos, videos, documents and more between different iDevices. However, one might also encounter issues while using iCloud. Depending on the emails and posts, the iCloud issue may occur when you try to:
1. Manually / automatically backup iPhone / iPad;
2. Log into the iCloud account on another iDevice;
3. Configure “ Family sharing ”;
4. Log in iCloud after changing Apple ID;
5. Recover iCloud backup;
When this happens, there are three warning messages you may encounter:
"Verification failed - Connection to iCloud timed out"
"Verification failed - Unable to connect to the server"
"Verification failed - Request timed out"
Although there are three situations where verification fails on iPhone / iPad, the causes and remedies are similar. Now, let's learn why the problem occurs and how to fix it. Please read on..
Causes: Why can't you sign in to iCloud?
1. The state of the network is poor. Access to the iCloud account requires creating a connection with Apple through the network. Therefore, please connect to good Wi-Fi or use cellular data. Also, do not use mobile internet in large buildings.
2. “ iCloud Backup ” is enabled in the original device. Therefore, if you have already enabled this feature on one device, but try to sign in to iCloud account on another device, it could probably fail..
3. Your Apple ID is not recognized. Please check if your account and password are correct. If all is well and you still cannot sign in to iCloud, you should contact Apple for assistance.
Method 1: Sign in your Apple ID in iCloud again
The best option to try (although you might already try) is signing in to your Apple ID again. It's a simple and doable trick worth trying..
Step 1. Launch the “ Régalges ” application on iDevice.
Step 2. Tap “ iCloud ” and scroll down to select “ Sign Out ”.
Step 3. Confirm “ Logout ” and tap “ Delete from my iPhone (iPad) ”.
Step 4. Enter the password and press “ Disable ”.
Step 5. Tap “ iCloud ” and enter your Apple ID to sign in.
Method 2: Sign in to iCloud on the web
If you are unable to connect iCloud on iPhone / iPad, you can try to sign in to iCloud.com on your computer. If you can't sign in to your account on the web, tap " Forget Apple ID or Password " to reset your password.
Method 3: Always put iPhone / iPad on the network
Check if your iDevice has been updated to the latest version. Go to " Settings "> " Software update ". If it is a bug, then it is possible to fix it in the latest iOS.
Method 4: Use a better Wi-Fi network or mobile internet
If you find that the Wi-Fi network is too slow, you should unplug it and connect to another Wi-Fi network. Also, it is recommended that you try using your cellular data. However, when it comes to using mobile internet, you need to make sure that the signal is good where you are staying.
Method 5: Reset Network Settings
If that doesn't work, even if you connect to another Wi-Fi or cellular connection, you can try resetting Network Settings on your device. No worries. This will not result in any loss of data.
Step 1. Open “ Settings ” and tap “ General ”.
Step 2. Swipe down and choose “ Reset ” option .
Step 3. Select “ Reset Network Settings ” and enter your password if prompted.
Step 4. Confirm the attempt by pressing “ Reset Network Settings ” again.
Method 6: Disable the “iCloud Backup” option
If the " Verification Failed " issue occurs when you try to sign in to your Apple ID on another iDevice, you should check if you have already enabled " iCloud Backup " on an iDevice you are using. If so, it could be the culprit. Hence, you need to turn it off or even sign out of your Apple ID.
Step 1. Go to the “ Settings ” application .
Step 2. Tap on the “ iCloud ” option .
Step 3. Scroll down and choose “ Backup ”.
Step 4. Turn off “ iCloud Backup ”.
If you want to restore data from iCloud, but fail to do so, in fact, you can try to recover your content from iCloud this way. We are very happy if you share your idea below.
