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iCloud Photos

How can i put all of my iPhone photos on my computer, but not have my computer photos on my phone? Thanks!

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Nov 24, 2022 11:17 AM

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Posted on Nov 24, 2022 12:09 PM

There is no option to do that with iCloud Photos. It is a syncing service and will sync all photos. You can potentially reduce the storage needed on the iPhone (or both or with device) by turning on the Optimize Storage option on the device. See the information in Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support


An alternative option would be to import the photos from the iPhone to the computer. See the Import sections of Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your Mac or PC - Apple Support for information.



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Nov 24, 2022 12:09 PM in response to darcie89

There is no option to do that with iCloud Photos. It is a syncing service and will sync all photos. You can potentially reduce the storage needed on the iPhone (or both or with device) by turning on the Optimize Storage option on the device. See the information in Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support


An alternative option would be to import the photos from the iPhone to the computer. See the Import sections of Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to your Mac or PC - Apple Support for information.



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