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Your phone is the guardian of your digital life. It has that video of your child’s first words, the heart-warming message from your significant other that never fails to cheer you up, and the latest save from your favorite mobile game . You have invested time in getting it just the way you want, and there are irreplaceable memories onboard. Spending a couple of minutes backing up is a small price to pay to ensure you don’t lose it all.

Here, I'll show you how to back up your Android phone in a few ways, so pick the one that appeals. We have separate guides on how to back up your iPhone and

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