Deleting photos from your iPhone does not necessarily delete them from iCloud. If you have enabled iCloud Photos or iCloud Photo Library, the photos you delete from your iPhone will be synced with iCloud and removed from all devices sharing the same iCloud account. However, if you have not enabled these features, deleting photos from your iPhone will only remove them from your device and they will remain in iCloud. To ensure that the photos are completely removed from iCloud, you need to delete them from the ‘Recently Deleted’ album in the Photos app on your iPhone as well as in the ‘Recently Deleted’ album in iCloud.
Can I delete photos from my iPhone without deleting from iCloud?
Will wiping iPhone delete photos from iCloud?
Wiping an iPhone can have varying effects on the photos stored in iCloud, depending on the settings and options selected by the user. If iCloud Photos is turned on and the iPhone is set to sync photos with iCloud, wiping the iPhone will not delete the photos from iCloud. This is because the photos are stored in the cloud and can be accessed from any device synced with the same iCloud account. However, if the user chooses to erase all settings and content on the iPhone, including the iCloud backup, the photos stored in iCloud may also be deleted. To prevent this, it is advised to first ensure that the iCloud backup is downloaded to a computer or another device before wiping the iPhone. Additionally, it is recommended to backup photos to another cloud service or external hard drive for added security.
How do I delete photos from my iPhone only?
To delete photos from your iPhone only, follow these simple steps:
1. Open the “Photos” app on your iPhone.
2. Select the photos you want to delete by tapping on them. You can select multiple photos by swiping your finger across them or tapping on each one individually.
3. Once you’ve selected all the photos you want to delete, tap the “Trash” icon located in the bottom right corner of the screen.
4. A prompt will appear asking you to confirm that you want to delete the photos. Tap “Delete Photo(s)” to confirm.
5. The selected photos will be permanently deleted from your iPhone and will not be recoverable. It is important to make sure you have backed up any important photos before deleting them.
How do I keep photos on iCloud only?
Keeping photos on iCloud only can be achieved by following these steps:
1. Open the Settings app on your iOS device and tap on your name at the top of the screen.
2. Tap on iCloud and scroll down to Photos.
3. Toggle on the option for iCloud Photos.
4. If you want to optimize storage on your device, toggle on the option for Optimize iPhone Storage. Otherwise, toggle on the option for Download and Keep Originals.
5. Wait for the photos on your device to be uploaded to iCloud.
By following these steps, your photos will be stored on iCloud and will only be accessible through the iCloud Photos feature. Any changes made to the photos, such as edits or deletions, will be synced across all of your devices that are signed in to iCloud Photos. It is important to note that you will need an iCloud account and internet access to use the iCloud Photos feature.
Why is iPhone storage full when I have iCloud?
The issue of iPhone storage being full even though you have iCloud is related to the difference between the two types of storage. iCloud is a cloud-based storage service that allows users to store their data on remote servers. This type of storage is different from the device’s internal storage and is mainly used to offload data from the device, freeing up some space on the internal storage.
iCloud storage is not intended to simply replicate the data on your iPhone, which means that you must enable iCloud backups, optimize storage, or manually offload data to iCloud in order to reduce the amount of local storage used by your device. iCloud storage is also limited by the amount of storage space allotted to your account, and once you reach your storage limit, you will no longer be able to backup to iCloud.
Moreover, some types of data (such as photos, videos, and music) take up a lot of space, and while users can store these types of data on iCloud, they may not always choose to do so. Additionally, some apps and data may not be compatible with iCloud, leaving them to be stored on the device.
To sum up, while iCloud provides a convenient way to backup and store data, it’s important to understand that it’s not a replacement for your device’s internal storage. You should manually manage your data and enable features such as Optimize Storage and Offload Unused Apps to make sure your device’s internal storage stays optimized.
How do I clear my iPhone without losing iCloud data?
If you want to clear your iPhone without losing iCloud data, you need to follow these steps.
First, go to your iPhone’s Settings and tap on your name at the top of the screen. Then, go to iCloud > Manage Storage > Backups. Tap on the device you want to delete from iCloud Backup, and then tap Delete Backup. Confirm that you want to delete the backup by tapping Turn Off & Delete.
Next, go back to your iPhone’s Settings and tap General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. This will reset your iPhone to its factory settings and erase all data and content. However, your iCloud data will remain intact because it is stored separately on iCloud servers.
After your iPhone has been reset, follow the setup prompts and sign in to your iCloud account. When prompted, choose to restore your data from iCloud, and select the backup you want to restore from. This will restore your iCloud data back onto your iPhone, while keeping it clear of any unwanted data.
Do photos stay in iCloud forever?
Photos stored in iCloud have the potential to be stored forever, depending on the user’s settings and available storage space. iCloud includes a feature called iCloud Photo Library, which automatically uploads and stores all photos and videos on the user’s account. If the user’s account has enough storage space, and they choose to enable the “Optimize iPhone Storage” option, then iCloud Photo Library will automatically optimize storage by keeping smaller versions of photos and videos on the user’s device and storing the original, high-resolution versions in iCloud.
However, if a user runs out of iCloud storage space and does not purchase additional storage, then their oldest photos and videos may be automatically deleted to make room for new content. Additionally, if a user chooses to delete a photo from their device, that photo will also be deleted from iCloud if they have enabled the “Optimize iPhone Storage” option. Therefore, it is important for users to regularly check their iCloud storage capacity and settings to ensure that their photos and videos are being saved and stored as desired.
How do I delete photos from my phone only?
To delete photos from your phone only, you can follow these steps:
1. Open your phone’s gallery or photos app.
2. Select the photos you want to delete by tapping on them or swiping to select multiple photos.
3. Once you have selected the photos, tap on the Delete or Trash icon in the app.
4. Confirm that you want to delete the selected photos by tapping Yes or OK.
5. The selected photos will be deleted from your phone’s storage.
Note that deleting photos from your phone will not delete them from any synced or backed-up albums or cloud storage, so be sure to check those locations if you want to delete the photos completely.