How to Back Up Your Phone Photos
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Phones get dropped, lost and left in taxis. Ten minutes now saves every photo you can't replace.
IPHONE
- Open Settings and tap your name at the top.
- Tap iCloud, then Photos, and turn on syncing.
- Your photos now copy to iCloud whenever you're on wi-fi.
ANDROID
- Open the Google Photos app.
- Tap your profile picture, then turn on Backup.
CHECK THE STORAGE
- iCloud gives you 5GB free. Google gives you 15GB free, shared with Gmail.
- If you have lots of photos, you may need a small monthly storage plan. Check the price in your settings before you sign up.
- Belt and braces: once or twice a year, copy your photos to a computer or an external drive too.
Apps change their menus now and then. If a button has moved, the official help links below will have the latest steps.
Official help: Apple iCloud support · Google Photos help
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