Do you want to permanently delete photos and videos from your Android device? Maybe you have some sensitive content or you simply need to free up storage space on your phone. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to delete your media files permanently from your Android device. Let's get started!

Step 1: Check your Google Photos settings

Before you delete any photos or videos, it's essential to ensure that your Google Photos app isn't set to automatically backup your media. Follow these steps to check your settings:

  • Open the Google Photos app on your Android device.
  • Tap on the three horizontal lines in the top-left corner of the screen to open the menu.
  • Select "Settings" from the menu.
  • Tap on "Back up & sync."
  • Ensure that the "Back up & sync" option is turned off.

By disabling the backup feature, you can prevent your deleted photos and videos from reappearing in your Google Photos library.

Step 2: Access your phone's gallery

To delete photos and videos permanently from your Android device, you need to access your phone's gallery. Here's how:

  • Locate and open the "Gallery" or "Photos" app on your Android device. Note that the name might vary depending on your device's manufacturer.

Step 3: Select the media files you want to delete

Browse through your gallery to find the photos and videos you want to permanently delete. Tap and hold on a file to select it, which will activate the selection mode. Once in selection mode, you can tap on multiple files to select them simultaneously.

Step 4: Delete the selected media files

With the desired media files selected, it's time to delete them from your Android device permanently. Follow these instructions:

  • Look for the delete icon (usually represented by a trash bin or a dustbin) on the top or bottom of your screen.
  • Tap on the delete icon to remove the selected photos and videos from your device.
  • Depending on your device and its software version, you may need to confirm the deletion by tapping "OK" or a similar option.

Great job! You have successfully deleted your photos and videos from your Android device.

Note: Clearing the trash or recycle bin

Deleting files from your device doesn't always result in immediate permanent deletion. Some Android devices have a "Trash" or "Recycle Bin" feature that temporarily stores deleted files. To ensure complete removal, remember to clear the trash or recycle bin. The steps to empty the trash may vary depending on your device model and version of Android.

It's important to note that this guide applies to deleting photos and videos from your device's internal storage. If you have media files saved on an SD card, you would need to access your file explorer or specific gallery app to delete them.

Now you can breathe easy knowing that your sensitive photos and videos are permanently deleted from your Android device. Enjoy the extra storage space and peace of mind!

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