I’m all about the Google Photos app for automatically backing up the photos I take on my smartphone. Thanks to its unlimited free storage and high quality, iCloud doesn’t even begin to compete. And, when it comes to the hundreds of photos stored in shoeboxes in my closet, Google Photos also happens to be the answer.
From June 1 onward, any new images and videos that are uploaded to Google Photos will count toward a user’s storage limit. As a result, some people may actually consider that to be the date to switch to another photo storage service. Learn how to download or export your files to other services if you would like to make the jump.
Changes in Google Photos’ terms and conditions were announced in late 2020, whereas of June 1st, 2021, Google Photos ended the option of unlimited storage for photos and videos for the vast majority of people. Read on to understand just how the new rules of this service will impact users and some alternatives to Google’s photo management service.
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How to hide your photos in Google Photos using the new Locked Folder
How to hide your photos in Google Photos using the new Locked Folder
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How to hide your photos in Google Photos using the new Locked Folder
Google released a much-needed feature for Google Photos to all Android devices over the weekend. “Locked Folder” was a Pixel exclusive feature that allows users to conveniently store their images on their devices. This guide will explain how the Locked Folder works and how to set it up on Android phones.
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