About storage options

Apps and app data (including photos, videos and music files) are stored in your phone’s internal storage. Files you download from email or the Internet are stored there, too.

You can store photos, videos and music in internal storage, but for optimal app performance, free up internal storage by using an SD card to store them. Or, to access your files whenever you have an Internet connection, store them in the cloud.

SD card storage

You can store media files on an SD card. Just insert the card and transfer your files.

Benefits include:

  • Immediate access to your files
  • No Internet connection required — does not use mobile data or Wi-Fi
  • More control over privacy
  • Easily switch the card and use your media on other devices, including phones, computers and cameras.

Cloud storage

Clouds are great for storing files you want to share and access on the go, like photos, videos and music.

Benefits include:

  • Access to your files from any computer or mobile device with an Internet connection — uses mobile data or Wi-Fi
  • File synchronisation - no need to keep track of multiple versions in multiple storage locations
  • Ideal for backups of photos and videos

Cloud storage providers typically offer free storage that can be expanded with a paid subscription once you reach the free-storage limit. Or you can manage your free storage by removing files you no longer need to make space for new ones.

Apps such as Drive and Photos let you easily back up media.