Samsung Drive Cloud Storage Guide

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Samsung Drive Cloud Storage is a convenient and secure way to store and access your files from anywhere. It offers 5GB of free storage space.

To sign up for Samsung Drive Cloud Storage, you can download the Samsung Drive app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Once you've downloaded the app, you can create an account and start uploading your files.

The app allows you to upload a variety of file types, including documents, photos, and videos. You can also share files with others by sending them a link or by adding them to a shared folder.

What to Do

If you're still using Samsung Cloud, it's time to make a change.

Samsung Cloud is no longer supported, so you'll need to find a new cloud drive to store your files.

You have several options to choose from, and we recommend exploring the alternatives mentioned in the article.

Google Drive is one option, but you might prefer Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox.

Backup Options

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Samsung Cloud offers a backup feature that's more comprehensive and less hit or miss than what you get from the Google Play Store. You can select what you want to back up, including Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Clock, Settings, Homescreen, and apps.

To carry out a manual backup, go to Samsung Cloud, select "Back up data" from under the "Backup And Restore" section, and choose what you want to back up. Then hit "Back Up."

If you want to set up automatic backups, go to the Samsung Cloud Settings and select "Sync and auto backup settings." From there, you can choose to set up automatic backups for specific items, such as Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Clock, Settings, Homescreen, and apps.

Here's a list of the items you can choose to back up automatically:

  • Messages
  • Contacts
  • Calendar
  • Clock
  • Settings
  • Home Screen
  • Apps

You can also choose to delete a backup or restore one from the "Backup And Restore" section of the main Samsung Cloud Screen.

Using Samsung Drive Cloud

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You get 15GB of storage by default, which is a good starting point for storing your files.

You can see how much storage you're using up by accessing the Samsung Cloud interface.

To manage your storage, you can use the Gallery and Cloud Drive features to store your files.

Using

Using Samsung Drive Cloud is a breeze, and you'll start with 15GB of storage right off the bat. You can easily check how much space you're using up.

You can manage your device backups, which is a must-have for keeping your important files safe. This feature will give you peace of mind knowing your data is secure.

Your contacts, calendar, memo, and browser information can also be stored in the cloud, making it easy to access them from any device. This is especially useful if you have multiple devices or switch between them often.

Secure notes can also be backed up, so you can access them from anywhere and know they're safe. This is a great feature for keeping your sensitive information secure.

Syncing Images

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Syncing images from your Samsung device to the cloud is a great way to keep your memories safe and accessible from anywhere. You can easily sync your photos and videos from the Samsung Gallery app to your Microsoft OneDrive cloud storage account.

To get started, you'll need to download the Microsoft OneDrive app first. This app will allow you to link your Samsung account to your OneDrive account and start syncing your files.

The process is very simple and takes just a few minutes. You can access your synced files from the OneDrive app on your Samsung device or by logging into your OneDrive account online.

Impact and Transition

Samsung Cloud users have three options to choose from. They can move their data to Microsoft OneDrive, which offers 5 GB of free data, or download their data onto a USB drive and transfer it to another cloud service.

Users who paid for Samsung Cloud's higher storage plans will get equivalent storage in OneDrive for 1 year, alongside a refund of their payment. This makes the switch to OneDrive more lucrative for paying users.

Here are the specific options available to Samsung Cloud users:

  • Move data to Microsoft OneDrive with 5 GB of free data
  • Download data onto a USB drive and transfer to another cloud service
  • Get equivalent storage in OneDrive for 1 year, alongside a refund of their payment for higher storage plans

User Impact

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Samsung Cloud users have three options to choose from, depending on where they stand. If you're one of them, you'll need to decide what to do next.

You can either move your data to Microsoft OneDrive, which offers 5 GB of free data. This means you'll have to transfer your files to OneDrive or download them onto a USB drive and move to another cloud offering if you want to keep your data.

Users who paid for Samsung Cloud's higher storage plans will get equivalent storage in OneDrive free of charge for 1 year. This is a great incentive for paying users who want to switch to OneDrive.

Here are your options in a nutshell:

  • Move to OneDrive with 5 GB of free data
  • Download data onto a USB drive and move to another cloud offering
  • Get equivalent storage in OneDrive free of charge for 1 year and a refund of their payment

Switch to Other Drive

If you're looking to switch to another cloud drive, you have several options. You can choose from other cloud drives that are easy to use, such as Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, or other alternatives.

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If you're a Samsung Cloud user, you can either move your data to Microsoft OneDrive's 5 GB of free data or download your data from Samsung Cloud onto a USB drive and move to another cloud offering.

Samsung Cloud users who paid for higher storage plans will get equivalent storage in OneDrive free of charge for 1 year, alongside a refund of their payment.

To switch to another cloud drive, you can consider the following alternatives:

You can also use InClowdz to backup Samsung Cloud to Google Drive in one click. This service allows you to migrate your data from Samsung Cloud to Google Drive with ease.

Retrieving and Viewing

Unfortunately, Samsung Cloud's photo storage feature has been discontinued, so you can no longer view your photos directly in Samsung Cloud. However, if you synced your Samsung Cloud with OneDrive, you can retrieve your images from there.

If you didn't move your data out of your Samsung Cloud account in time, you're out of luck. But if you did sync Samsung Cloud with OneDrive, you can still access your images.

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To retrieve your photos from OneDrive, you can use the Samsung Gallery app to keep it synced with your OneDrive account. This way, you can still view and access your photos.

Here are the steps to sync Samsung Cloud with OneDrive:

  • Sync Samsung Cloud with OneDrive
  • Use the Samsung Gallery app to keep it synced with your OneDrive account

This way, you can still view and access your photos, even though Samsung Cloud's photo storage feature has been discontinued.

Conclusion

It's essential to act quickly if you're a Samsung Cloud user, as it will be shutting down by the end of June 2021. Users will not be able to use Gallery Sync or Drive Storage after June 30, 2021.

You'll be unable to download your data from Samsung Cloud, and it will be deleted, so it's crucial to transfer and backup your data to another cloud service before the deadline. At the very least, download your data onto a USB drive.

There's a fast and easy way to transfer your Samsung Cloud data to another cloud service, such as OneDrive, Google Drive, or Amazon S3, without the hassle of juggling through individual apps or browser tabs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samsung Cloud Drive still available?

Unfortunately, Samsung Cloud Drive is no longer supported as of November 30, 2021. If you're looking for alternative cloud storage options, we can help you explore other solutions.

Thomas Goodwin

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Thomas Goodwin is a seasoned writer with a passion for exploring the intersection of technology and business. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for simplifying complex concepts, he has established himself as a trusted voice in the tech industry. Thomas's writing portfolio spans a range of topics, including Azure Virtual Desktop and Cloud Computing Costs.

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