iCloud is an Apple cloud storage service that allows users to sync personal information across all their iOS devices; such as music, photos, documents, mail, contacts, calendars, and more. iOS users, Mac OS X users, and Windows users can all disable iCloud from within the iCloud application on their devices.
Method 1 of 4: Disabling iCloud on iOS
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Tap on “Settings” from the home screen of your iOS device.
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Tap on “iCloud.”
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Scroll to the verify bottom of the iCloud screen and tap on “Delete Account.” iCloud will now be turned off and disabled on your iOS device, and will no longer store your personal data.[1]
Method 2 of 4: Disabling iCloud on Mac OS X
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Click on the Apple menu and select “System Preferences.”
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Click on “iCloud.” The iCloud preferences menu will display on-screen.[2]
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Click on “Sign Out.” iCloud will now be disabled, and will no longer back up your information.
Method 3 of 4: Disabling iCloud in Windows 8
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Navigate to your computer’s Start screen and select the “iCloud” application. The iCloud Control Panel will display on-screen.
If using Windows 8.1, click on the down arrow located in the lower-left corner of your screen to access the iCloud app.[3]
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Click on “Sign Out.” iCloud will now be disabled, and will no longer store your personal data.
Method 4 of 4: Disabling iCloud in Windows 7
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Click on the “Start” menu and select “All Programs.”
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Point to the folder labeled “iCloud” and select the iCloud application. The iCloud Control Panel will display on-screen.
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Click on “Sign Out.” iCloud will now be turned off and disabled, and will no longer back up your personal information.
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