How to Turn Off iCloud Photos Without Deleting Everything

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Jean· Answered on Jul 29, 2024

Since Apple only provides 5GB of free storage space to sync and access their newly modified files like photos, some financially constrained users intend to turn off iCloud Photos to avoid the iCloud upgrade. 

"But what happens if I disable iCloud? Will my photos be deleted if I turn off iCloud?" 

According to Apple, after turning off iCloud Photos, you still have 30 days to access and copy the images and videos you've saved in iCloud. After this period, everything stored in your iCloud storage will be deleted. 

Therefore, if you're considering turning off iCloud Photos without deleting everything, downloading iCloud Photos to PCs via iCloud.com or transferring photos from iPhone to iPad/Mac/Windows/external HDDs can help you prevent potential data loss.

If you prefer data transmission, please ensure the target device has enough storage space to receive your needed photos and videos. In this scenario, there's no better way than adopting a third-party tool like EaseUS MobiMover to transfer iCloud Photos to other local or cloud services. 

The following steps depict how to transfer photos from iPhone to PCs.

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to your Mac/Windows > launch EaseUS MobiMover > select Content Management > Pictures > Photos > click Next.

Step 2. Select the default saved path or designate a new storage location > click Transfer.

Step 3. After the process, please check your transferred images on your designated path.

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