Google has introduced the “Undo device backup” feature in Google Photos, giving users more control over their backed-up photos and videos. This feature allows users to remove photos and videos from their device backup in Google Photos without deleting them from the device itself.
To use the Undo device backup feature, follow these steps:
- Open the Google Photos app.
- Tap your profile picture or initials at the top, then go to “Google Photos settings” and select “Backup.”
- Scroll down to view additional options.
- Tap “Undo backup for this device.”
- Check the box next to “I understand my photos and videos from this device will be deleted from Google Photos.”
- Tap “Delete Google Photos backup.”
Note: The photos and videos will remain on the device. Once you delete the backup, backup will be automatically turned off.
This feature is ideal for users who don’t want all their device photos and videos uploaded to the cloud, or for those who have switched devices and want to free up space in their Google Photos storage.
Availability
The feature is being rolled out to iOS users and will be available for Android users soon.