How to access time capsulewhen connected to other networks using back to my mac and iclous

so i need help on using the back to my mac through iCloud to connect to my time capsule so i can access my time capsule when im connected to other networks like at work, firends house, school so i can get my files and use the timemachine

Is the TC the main router in the network.. if not it doesn't work??
Did you read the instructions Apple give for connection via BTMM?
Most important.. you must have full access to icloud from behind whatever firewall your workplace, school etc has otherwise it won't work.
Finally, don't use TM over BTMM.. it is far too slow and is going to corrupt the backup.. there is a huge amount of checking going back and forth.. the general internet upload speed is not good enough. Just use cloud for backup on the move.. forget try to connect to TM. Or carry a 2.5" drive which are light and portable.

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