iCloud: share storage - so it'll work

You can share your iCloud storage with friends or family members. Then everyone has space for their photos or other data. This practical tip shows you how to best do this.

Share iCloud storage: How to share your storage space

If you have an Apple ID, you have 5 GB of free storage space in the iCloud as standard.

• You can share both the free and the booked storage space with up to five other people.
• You need at least iOS 11 on mobile devices, and Mac OS 10.13 High Sierra must be installed on Mac.
• On iOS devices, navigate under "Settings -> Your name" to "Set up family sharing" and then select "iCloud storage".
• Follow the on-screen instructions and then assign your family members the desired storage space.
• Finally, the respective family member is informed of the invitation.
• On your Mac, you can access the necessary settings via "System Settings" and here via "iCloud".
• Here you will also find the option of "family sharing".
• Follow the on-screen instructions to set it up.
• Then select the "iCloud Storage" in the "My Apps and Services" tab.
• If you click on "Start sharing", the desired family members will be added.

We will show you how to delete documents from iCloud in our next practical tip.