How to Sync & Back Up Videos to iCloud on Mac

Sync & Back Up Videos to iCloud

You can easily sync your Bandicam for Mac recordings to iCloud Drive, creating a secure backup and enabling access across all your Apple devices. By setting up an iCloud sync, your recorded videos can be viewed on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad without needing to manually upload files.

This guide details syncing Bandicam videos with iCloud Drive, covering manual and automatic methods for efficient recording management and backup.







Manually Upload Videos to iCloud (Recommended)

This is the recommended method: simply drag and drop the specific videos you want to back up into iCloud Drive.

  1. Locate your Bandicam output folder.

    Click the folder icon in the top-right corner of Bandicam to open the folder where your videos are saved.

    bandicam mac output folder

  2. Launch Finder and click iCloud Drive in the sidebar.

    iCloud

  3. Upload files to iCloud.

    Drag your Bandicam videos into iCloud Drive to upload them. This creates a backup that you can easily access on your other Apple devices, like an iPhone or iPad.

    upload videos to iCloud with drag and drop

  4. Verify the sync is complete.

    Wait for the upload to finish. You can then check the "Files" app on your iPhone or iPad to confirm the video has been successfully synced and is accessible.



Change Output Folder to iCloud for Automatic Sync

This method changes Bandicam's output folder to a location in your iCloud Drive. All new recordings will then sync automatically.

  1. Open Bandicam and click Settings.

    bandicam settings

  2. Choose an iCloud folder as the output folder.

    1. Navigate to the General tab.
    2. Click the current folder path and select 'Choose Output Folder' from the menu.
    3. In the folder selection window, select a folder inside iCloud Drive and click 'Select.'

    choose an iCloud folder as output folder

  3. Verify the sync status.

    Record a short test video, and confirm it appears in your iCloud Drive folder and begins syncing to your other devices.

Important Note

Auto-sync requires a stable network and sufficient iCloud space to avoid recording failures. For important recordings, save them to your Mac first, and then manually upload them as described in Method 1.




Enable iCloud Sync for Desktop & Documents

Use Apple's built-in feature to automatically back up everything on your Desktop and in your Documents folder.

  1. Set Bandicam's output folder to the Desktop or Documents.

    In Settings → General, click the current folder path. From the dropdown, select 'Choose Output Folder' and choose your Desktop or Documents folder.

    set output folder to the Desktop or Documents.

  2. Enable iCloud Desktop & Documents Sync.

    Go to System Settings → Apple Account → iCloud Drive, and turn on 'Desktop & Documents Folders.' All files in these locations, including new Bandicam recordings, will now automatically sync to iCloud.

    Enable iCloud Desktop & Documents Sync

Important Note

This feature syncs all Desktop and Documents files, which can consume a significant amount of iCloud storage. It may not be ideal for those with limited space.




Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why is my iCloud sync or upload stuck?

If iCloud sync is stuck, check your internet connection and iCloud storage, and ensure your Apple ID sign-in is set up with iCloud Drive enabled. Restarting your Mac may also help.


2. How do I know when the file backup is complete?

In Finder, look at the file in your iCloud Drive. If there is no status icon next to the filenameview, your file has been successfully uploaded, and the backup is complete.


3. Can I remove the local file after uploading to save space?

  • Warning: Deleting a local file from your Mac will also delete it from iCloud. This action is permanent unless you have another backup on a USB or external drive.
  • Recommended Method: To safely save space, enable the "Optimize Mac Storage"view option. It automatically removes old files from your Mac, leaving the originals in iCloud to be re-downloaded when needed.

4. How do I keep my video backups if I turn off iCloud Sync?

To keep your files on your Mac when turning off iCloud Drive, simply choose the "Keep a Copy"view option when prompted. This will ensure your videos are not deleted.


5. How can I access the synced videos on my iPhone?

Once the videos are successfully uploaded to iCloud Drive, you can open the 'Files' app on your iPhone or iPad to view, play, and share your videos.



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