Photos data more than my physical storage

Is it normal if my Photos shows using 140GB but my phones data storage is only 128 GB?

iPhone 12

Posted on Jun 26, 2023 4:30 PM

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Posted on Jun 27, 2023 6:51 PM

Hey lunacool,


If some of your photos are being stored in iCloud, that could explain why you are showing more data for Photos than what is available on your device.


We'd recommend reviewing this article for more information on viewing and managing your device storage: How to check the storage on your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support


We'd also suggest reviewing this link for steps to view and manage your iCloud storage: Manage your iCloud storage - Apple Support


Thanks!

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Jun 27, 2023 6:51 PM in response to lunacool

Hey lunacool,


If some of your photos are being stored in iCloud, that could explain why you are showing more data for Photos than what is available on your device.


We'd recommend reviewing this article for more information on viewing and managing your device storage: How to check the storage on your iPhone and iPad - Apple Support


We'd also suggest reviewing this link for steps to view and manage your iCloud storage: Manage your iCloud storage - Apple Support


Thanks!

Jun 28, 2023 7:51 AM in response to lunacool

Hey there lunacool, 


How long has it been since you starting using iCloud Photos?


Taking a look at Set up and use iCloud Photos,


"When you turn on iCloud Photos, the time it takes for your photos and videos to upload to iCloud depends on the size of your collection and your internet speed. If you have a large collection of photos and videos, your upload might take more time than usual. You can see the status and pause the upload for one day.

  • On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, open the Photos app, go to the Library tab, and tap All Photos. Then scroll to the bottom of your screen."


There is a chance your storage is not being reported correctly while your library is being uploaded to iCloud.


Have a good one!

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