iPhone Backup Extractor: How to extract files from an iPhone backup on Windows or Linux
What is iPhone Backup Extractor?
The iPhone Backup Extractor is a simple Perl script that was put together to extract files and apps from an iPhone or iPhone 3G iTunes backup.
It is completely free but comes with no warranties.
This code is based on a script written by Pete M. Wilson, and represents half an hour's modification of his script. He bears no responsibility for what this script does, and will not be able to help you with any technical issues.
What does the iPhone Backup Extractor look like?
Is there anything else I should know about the iPhone Backup Extractor?
Yes, a few things:
- In order to run it, you will need to have Perl running on your system. If you are using Windows, the quickest way to do this is to use ActivePerl. ActivePerl, once installed, will run this script with no further configuration from the default install.
- To run the application in Windows, you should should download the Perl source before bringing up a command prompt window. Type "perl path_to_the_script_you_downloaded path_to_your_iphone_backup_folder" and the script will do the rest.
Where can I get the iPhone Backup Extractor?
Please do not redistribute this script without permission. You can download the iPhone Backup Extractor here:
Change log
0.1
- First release, works for my iPhone 3G