How Can I Backup My Android Without Root?
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How can I access data on Android without root?

Without rooting you have 2 options:

  1. If the application is debuggable you can use the run-as command in adb shell adb shell run-as com.your.packagename cp /data/data/
  2. Alternatively you can use Android’s backup function. adb backup -noapk com.your.packagename.

How do I backup my entire Android phone?

Automatically back up data & settings

  1. Open your phone’s Settings app.
  2. Tap System. Backup.​ If these steps don’t match your phone’s settings, try searching your settings app for backup .
  3. Turn on your backup service.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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