Parachute Backup Mobile

Parachute Backup Mobile

For iCloud Photos & Drive

109 ratings
89 reviews
$9.99

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Released
August 14, 2025
Updated
October 29, 2026

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Safeguard your iCloud Photos and Drive content by backing it up to your own storage. Preserve originals in full resolution and access your files directly from your chosen destination without lock-in. Automate backups for peace of mind.

✓Backup iCloud Photos and Drive
✓Preserve original quality
✓Multiple storage destinations
✓Automated backups via Shortcuts
✓Privacy-first data transfer
✓Supports RAW and Live Photos
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What's New in Parachute Backup Mobile

2.0.3

October 29, 2026

YOUR BACKUPS AT A GLANCE The main screen is rebuilt around what's most relevant: whether a backup is running, how long it will take, and what all your backups have added up to. MIRRORING Photos and Files backups can now follow your library and folders: items you delete leave the backup too. A Deleted folder keeps them first, for as long as you choose. MADE FOR IPHONE DUO The main screen meets the fold with the status on one half and the controls on the other, and fits the outer screen when closed. SHORTCUTS AND SIRI, REIMAGINED A new Start Backup action replaces Start Photo Backup and Start File Backup, joined by actions to stop a backup and ask how it is going. Your existing shortcuts keep working. 
ALSO IN THIS UPDATE • The Live Activity has been redesigned. • Much improved error reporting. • New progress sounds. You can turn them off in Settings. • Many other small improvements and bug fixes. • Version 2.0.1: Minor fixes and new screenshots. Version 2.0.2 • New: Option to keep deleted items forever. • Fixed a crash shortly after starting a backup. • More reliable mirroring, free space and progress for network share Destinations. Version 2.0.3 • Drive or network share not connected? Parachute Backup now tells you which destination to connect, in the app, on the Lock Screen and in a notification. The backup continues on its own once it is back. • Backups started from Shortcuts now wait for a network share that takes a while to reconnect, instead of stopping. • When your cloud storage asks you to sign in again, the backup stops right away instead of waiting for hours. Sign in from the main screen and the backup runs again. • The Keep Items duration for mirrored Files backups no longer snaps back to 90 Days. • Photos Settings on iPhone now shows your changes right away. • The Destination row shows drive or share and folder, like "NAS ▸ Backups". • Fixed random characters in front of some network share names.

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Read more about Now on iPhone Duo

Now on iPhone Duo

Status on one half, controls on the other

Oct 22, 2026 — Nov 6, 2026

Read more about Parachute Backup 2.0

Parachute Backup 2.0

A new main screen, mirroring, and more

Oct 22, 2026 — Nov 22, 2026

User reviews

Excellent app!

Been using the Mac version for a while and hoped the mobile version would get an update to include better shortcut support. As if the developer was reading my mind, I see version 2 is now out with this included. Awesome! Thanks!

Got a NAS drive and this app is a perfect compliment to it

Just simple. I’ve just used the shortcuts to schedule updates each night. Works great.

Hammer!

Mit Version 2 ist nun keiner meiner Wünsche mehr offen! Besser geht’s nicht! 🤩

Will no longer connect

So what a waste of time

A Backup That Works

Did my first backup of my iPad with Parachute and it went flawlessly. It was easy to set up and the backup was pretty fast to my external hard drive. Haven’t tried the scheduler yet but I suspect that it will be as easy to set up. Only wish is that it could also backup other items like my Contacts, Calendar, Messages and especially, my Notes.
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Requested Features

1 request

Support for Proton Drive

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FAQ

Does Parachute Backup delete files from iCloud?

No, Parachute Backup is strictly read-only and never deletes files from iCloud. Its primary function is to create backups of your existing data.

Can I restore my files without Parachute Backup?

Yes, backups created by Parachute Backup are stored as normal folders. You can browse and restore them directly using Finder on your computer without needing the app.

What happens if a file is corrupted in iCloud?

Parachute Backup will flag any unexportable items during the backup process. This ensures you are aware of which files could not be saved.

Can Parachute Backup back up folders not in iCloud?

Yes, you can add any folder to be backed up by Parachute Backup using the iOS/iPadOS file picker.

How much does Parachute Backup cost?

Parachute Backup is a one-time purchase of $9.99, unlocking all backup functionality without recurring fees or subscriptions.

Does Parachute Backup have ads?

No, Parachute Backup is ad-free. It is a paid application with a one-time purchase model.

What devices does Parachute Backup support?

Parachute Backup is available for iPhone and iPad, supporting iOS and iPadOS devices.

How often is Parachute Backup updated?

The latest version is 2.0.3, last updated on October 29, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and support.