Backup Photos from Google Photos: A 2026 Guide

📰 Dev.to · Paul Koeck

Learn how to backup your photos from Google Photos to ensure you have a copy outside of Google's ecosystem

beginner Published 16 May 2026

Action Steps

Sign in to your Google account using Google Takeout
Select the Google Photos option to download your photos
Choose the file type and quality for your backup
Configure the backup settings to include videos and other media
Download the backup archive to your local machine

Who Needs to Know This

Individuals and teams who use Google Photos for storing and managing their photos can benefit from this guide to ensure their data is safe and accessible

Key Insight

💡 Use Google Takeout to download and backup your Google Photos