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Six steps to back up family photos and important files

A single device is not a backup. Keep a separate copy of important photos and check that recovery works.

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Sync and backup are not always the same: deletions can propagate. Check your service's recovery and retention settings.

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1. List irreplaceable photos, videos and household documents.
2. Keep a separate copy on an external drive or a reputable cloud service beyond the original device.
3. If backup is automatic, verify that your intended folders and images are actually included.
4. Protect the backup account with a strong password and multi-factor authentication where possible.
5. Safely disconnect external backup drives after each backup session.
6. Periodically restore or open sample files to confirm the copy works and maintain a routine schedule.