How To Backup Your Device ... To iCloud

Step 1:

In the SETTINGS           app, tap on your name at the top, then tap ICLOUD. This will open the screen that displays all of your backup information, as seen here.

Ensure that all of the items that you want backed up are selected, then scroll down to "iCloud Backup" and tap on it.

Step 2:

Turn on iCloud Backup, then tap on "Back Up Now".

Step 3:

If you leave the iCloud Backup turned on, then your device will automatically backup to iCloud when it is charging, locked and connected to Wi-Fi .. usually overnight.