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What happens if I use iCloud in China?
Apple says it is following the law and it's up to you whether to keep using the service
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A state-run Chinese company takes over hosting Apple’s iCloud data in the country in February. Here’s what you need to know.
Does it affect you?
First, this only applies to users with iCloud accounts registered in mainland China. If you own one, Apple should have notified you about the changes back in January.
How will it affect my data?
If you’re affected, you shouldn’t notice much of a change. All your data should behave exactly as it did before. If anything, Apple claims it may be faster and more reliable to host data closer to users.
Who can access my data?
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