Manage Your iCloud Photos: Keep iPhone, Remove iCloud Photos

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Option 1: Deleting Photos from iCloud and iPhone
   1. Step 1: Accessing iCloud Settings
   2. Step 2: Managing iCloud Storage
   3. Step 3: Deleting Photos from iCloud
3. Option 2: Disconnecting iCloud Photos from iPhone
   1. Step 1: Accessing iCloud Photos Settings
   2. Step 2: Toggling off iCloud Photos
   3. Step 3: Downloading Photos to iPhone
4. Removing Photos from iCloud
   1. Step 1: Accessing iCloud Website
   2. Step 2: Signing in to Apple ID
   3. Step 3: Deleting Photos from iCloud Website
5. Conclusion

How to Remove Photos from iCloud but Keep Them on Your iPhone

In this article, I will guide You through the process of removing photos from iCloud while keeping them on your iPhone. I will explain two different options you have to achieve this. Follow the steps provided for each option to manage your iCloud storage effectively.

Option 1: Deleting Photos from iCloud and iPhone

If you have multiple photos stored on iCloud but want to delete them from iCloud while retaining them on your iPhone, follow these steps:

Step 1: Accessing iCloud Settings

1. Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your name at the top of the screen.
3. Select "iCloud" from the list.

Step 2: Managing iCloud Storage

1. Tap on "Manage Storage" in the iCloud settings.
2. Locate and tap on "Photos" from the list of items taking up storage.
3. You will see the amount of storage taken by your photos. If you want to delete all the photos on iCloud, you can select the "Disable and Delete" option. Please note that this will remove all photos and videos from iCloud.

Step 3: Deleting Photos from iCloud

1. If you only want to delete certain photos or videos from iCloud, there is an alternative method.
2. Go back to the previous screen and tap on "Photos" under iCloud.
3. Toggle off the "iCloud Photos" option to sever the connection between your iPhone and iCloud.
4. A prompt will appear asking if you want to remove the photos from your iPhone or download them. Choose the "Download Photos and Videos" option.
5. This will download all the photos and videos from iCloud to your iPhone.

Option 2: Disconnecting iCloud Photos from iPhone

Another method to remove photos from iCloud but keep them on your iPhone is by disconnecting iCloud Photos. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Accessing iCloud Photos Settings

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Tap on your name at the top of the screen.
3. Select "iCloud" from the list.

Step 2: Toggling off iCloud Photos

1. Locate the "Photos" option under iCloud.
2. Toggle off the switch next to "iCloud Photos."

Step 3: Downloading Photos to iPhone

1. When prompted, choose to download photos and videos.
2. This will transfer all the photos and videos from iCloud to your iPhone.

Removing Photos from iCloud

If you want to remove photos from iCloud entirely, follow these steps:

Step 1: Accessing iCloud Website

1. Open Safari or any web browser on your device.
2. Visit icloud.com.

Step 2: Signing in to Apple ID

1. Sign in to your Apple ID account.
2. You will be redirected to the iCloud homepage, displaying various options like Mail, Photos, iCloud Drive, etc.

Step 3: Deleting Photos from iCloud Website

1. Tap on the "Photos" option on the iCloud homepage.
2. You will see all the photos stored on iCloud.
3. Select the photo you want to remove.
4. At the bottom right, click on the trash icon.
5. A prompt will appear, asking if you want to delete the item from all your devices. Confirm the deletion.
6. To permanently delete the photo from your iCloud account, tap on the albums icon at the bottom right.
7. Scroll down and select "Recently Deleted."
8. Tap on "Delete" at the bottom left to permanently remove the photo from your iCloud account.

By following these steps, you can manage your photos on iCloud and keep them on your iPhone. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to leave a comment below. Don't forget to subscribe for more helpful tips and tricks.