How to Back Up Photos and Videos to Google Photos on Android
Backing up your photos and videos to Google Photos on an Android device is straightforward. Here's a detailed guide:
1. Install or Update Google Photos
- Ensure you have the latest version of the Google Photos app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and sign in with your Google account.
2. Enable Backup & Sync
- Open Google Photos and tap on your Profile Picture or Initials in the top-right corner.
- Select Photos Settings (gear icon) > Back up & Sync.
- Toggle on Back up & sync.
3. Choose Backup Settings
- Backup Quality: Choose between:
- Storage Saver: Compresses photos and videos to save storage (reduced quality).
- Original Quality: Backs up photos and videos in their original resolution, but counts towards your Google account storage.
- Backup Over: Set whether to allow backup over Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi & mobile data (note that using mobile data may incur charges).
4. Select Specific Folders for Backup
If you want to back up specific folders (e.g., screenshots, WhatsApp images):
- In Photos Settings, tap on Back up device folders.
- Select which folders you want to be backed up.
5. Manage Your Google Account Storage
- Google Photos offers 15GB of free storage shared across Google Drive, Gmail, and Photos.
- You can buy additional storage via Google One if you need more.
6. Accessing Your Backed-Up Files
- Your backed-up photos and videos will be accessible on any device by signing into Google Photos through the app or a web browser (photos.google.com).
Tips:
- Delete Local Copies: If you need to save space on your phone, you can use the Free up space option in the Google Photos app. This will delete the local copies of the photos and videos after they’re backed up.
- Backup Progress: You can monitor the backup status by visiting Backup & sync under settings. If photos aren’t uploading, ensure you're connected to the internet or check if your Google account storage is full (PhoneArena) (Business Insider).
By following these steps, your photos and videos will be safely stored in the cloud, and you can easily access them from anywhere!
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