How to Stop Automatic Backup to Google Photos on Desktop

Are you looking for ways to free up some space on your Google Drive by stopping the automatic backup of your photos to Google Photos? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the simple steps to disable the automatic backup feature on both Android and iOS devices.

Method 1: Stop Automatic Backup on Android and iPhone

On both Android and iPhone devices, the process is similar. Here's how:

* Open the Google Photos app on your device.

* Tap on the profile icon at the top-right corner.

* Tap on 'Back up & sync' or 'Sync' depending on your device.

* Disable the toggle for 'Back up & sync'.

Once you disable this feature, your photos and videos will stop uploading to Google Photos. Your previously backed-up photos will remain saved in your Google Drive account, which means you can still view them from the Google Photos app, but they won't be uploaded anymore.

Method 2: Stop Automatic Backup of Pictures in Photos App to Google Photos

If you want to disable automatic backup only for specific pictures or albums in the Photos app on your iPhone, follow these steps:

* Open the Google Photos app on your iPhone.

* Tap on 'Manage storage' or 'Google Photos settings'.

* Tap on 'Sync favorites'.

* Toggle off the switch next to 'Sync Favorites'.

By disabling this feature, you'll stop automatic backup of pictures in the Photos app to Google Photos. However, your previously backed-up photos will remain saved in your Google Drive account.

Method 3: Stop Automatic Backup to Google Photos on Desktop

If you're using a desktop computer, you can also disable automatic backup by following these steps:

* Open the Google Drive app on your desktop.

* Tap on 'Settings' or 'Preferences'.

* Disable the toggle for 'Back up & sync'.

By disabling this feature, your photos and videos will stop uploading to Google Photos. Your previously backed-up photos will remain saved in your Google Drive account.

In conclusion, stopping automatic backup to Google Photos is a simple process that can help you free up space on your Google Drive account. By following the steps outlined above, you can disable automatic backup on both Android and iOS devices as well as on desktop computers. Remember that previously backed-up photos will remain saved in your Google Drive account, which means you can still view them from the Google Photos app.

By disabling automatic backup, you'll be able to manage your cloud storage more effectively and free up space on your device. So, go ahead and stop those unwanted backups today!

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