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Google Drive removed Photos backups, but it's still possible (if you know where to look)

Google Photos can still back up your PC folders from Chrome ...

Google Drive has stopped Google Photos desktop backups: 4 best alternatives to save your pictures, videos and precious memories safely in the cloud

Google Drive has stopped Google Photos desktop backups from August 10, 2026 and now users are looking for alternative options to safely store their pictures. Desktop or PC users can use Amazon photos, ...
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Today is the last day to manage your Google Drive's photo backups — here's what to do

Google Drive desktop stops backing up photos to Google Photos on Aug 10, 2026. Switch to Google Photos app or set backup folders in Photos to keep automatic backups. Cloud photos remain safe; avoid ...
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Google is killing this handy way to back up PC folders to Google Photos

Google will no longer let users back up photos and videos to Google Photos via the Google Drive desktop app. The company recommends setting up backup folders via the Google Photos website or using the ...