Android phones contain personal information and precious memories. However, unforeseen circumstances can lead to data loss, making it crucial to have a backup in place. Unfortunately, Android users avoid this process because it can be timely, or they think the default security measures are sufficient. However, this does not always safeguard against accidental deletion or hardware failures.
The most common files users would likely want to back up are their photos, videos, and documents. If these were created on the Android phone itself, there would be no way to get them back if the internal storage device failed. Google Drive is an all-purpose solution that can copy and save files of any format, allowing users to choose individual items to upload or entire folders.
Here’s how to back up files on Google Drive:
- Open the Google Drive app. If you do not have Google Drive installed, download it from the Google Play Store.
- Select the + button to open the Create New Window.
- Tap Upload and choose the files you want to back up.
Alternatively, if you would like to back up your call logs, texts, app data, and preferences, you can use Google One to store your device data.
Here’s how to back up your device data on Google One:
- Download Google One on the Play Store and open it.
- To create a fresh backup, select Storage, and tap Set Up Data Backup.
- When the backup is needed, go into Storage again, and select View Details.
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