Are you planning to switch to other applications or, more specifically, to Apple’s resident storage option, iCloud Photos? It may seem early, but you better start preparing for it, especially if you have large media files. So, let’s go ahead and learn how to transfer Google photos to iCloud. I have covered the following in this article to equip you with the best;
Google Photos vs. iCloud PhotosHow to Export Google Photos to iCloud Photos How to Download Your Google Photos Content How to Transfer Photos from Google Photos to iCloud
Google Photos vs. iCloud Photos
Until now, Google photos was a leg ahead of iCloud in terms of pricing. However, their decision to end free storage has leveled the field, and both platform’s cloud storage costs quite similar. If you are interested in Apple’s subscription services, investing in the Apple One bundle makes perfect sense.
Individual Plan ($14.95/month) – 50GB iCloud storage + Apple Music, Apple TV+, ArcadeFamily Plan ($19.95/month) – 200GB iCloud storage + Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple ArcadePremier Plan ($29.95/month) – 2TB iCloud storage + Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, Apple News+, and Apple Fitness+.
Now that iCloud has the upper hand with ecosystem compatibility and pricing, it’s more convenient for iPhone users to transfer photos from Google Photos to iCloud. But before we show you how, here are some important points to note. Things to Keep in Mind:
Check iCloud Storage – It’s wiser to check the storage quota before you initiate the transfer. To check, you can go to the Settings app on iPhone → Name → iCloud.Try a batch system – While you can transfer all photos at once, it is advisable to do it in batches. This will avoid glitches caused due to a bad connection or other reasons.There’s plenty of time – The Google Photos changes won’t take effect until June 1, 2021, so there’s no rush. Plus, the new 15GB limit applies to uploads after June 1.Sync vs. backup – iCloud Photos is developed to sync photos across devices. So, when you delete photos from your device, it is auto-removed from iCloud as well. To ensure your photos are safe, you will have to move them to iCloud Drive.
How to Export Google Photos to iCloud Photos
Step 1 – How to Download Your Google Photos
There are two ways to download photos from Google Photos, depending upon your preference.
Download All Your Google Photos At Once
The export process may take more time, depending upon your library size. Google will send you an email when it’s ready; download the file from the link.
Download Specific Photo from Google Photos
It’s a bit more time-consuming but perfect for batch transfer. On Mac/PC using Web On Google Photos iOS App Note:
Step 2 – How to Transfer Photos from Google Photos to iCloud
On Mac If your iCloud backup for photos is enabled, photos will auto-upload. To turn-on backup or check its status, click on Photos from the Menu Bar → Preference → iCloud → Ensure that the box next to iCloud Photos is checked. On iPhone or iPad Any photos added to the iOS camera roll auto-uploads to the iCloud Photos if the sync is on. So let’s turn that on first. Note: If you have downloaded photos via the app, they will directly go to the camera roll. But if you have used the Takeout method, you will have to unzip the file, select and save all photos to the camera roll to enable iCloud upload. On Web/PC iCloud will upload them on its server; it may take time depending upon the number and size of the photos selected.
Have You Transferred Your Google Photos to iCloud?
While iCloud photos is a great way to keep all devices in sync, it is not the perfect photo backup or management option. So you might want to check out other Google Photos alternatives before you decide to move your photos to iCloud. If you face any issues while transfer or have some queries, please share them in the comment section. We will surely try to help you. Some more interesting reads:
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