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how do I keep photos in icloud but delete from my device

I would like to free up space on my i pad but not loose the photos how do i do that

iPad Pro (4th generation)

Posted on May 19, 2023 4:36 PM

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Posted on May 19, 2023 4:41 PM

To free up photo storage space on an iPad, use the Optimize Storage option in iCloud Photos.


iCloud Photos is a syncing service. Any photo you delete from a device where iCloud Photos is turned on will also be deleted from iCloud and from any other device connected to iCloud Photos. You can potentially reduce the storage space required on a device by turning on Optimize Storage. See the following Apple article for more information: Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support


Apple does not currently offer cloud-only storage for photos. If that is what you want or need, you may want to explore 3rd party options such as Google Photos or Dropbox.




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May 19, 2023 4:41 PM in response to samanthafromhewlett

To free up photo storage space on an iPad, use the Optimize Storage option in iCloud Photos.


iCloud Photos is a syncing service. Any photo you delete from a device where iCloud Photos is turned on will also be deleted from iCloud and from any other device connected to iCloud Photos. You can potentially reduce the storage space required on a device by turning on Optimize Storage. See the following Apple article for more information: Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support


Apple does not currently offer cloud-only storage for photos. If that is what you want or need, you may want to explore 3rd party options such as Google Photos or Dropbox.




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