Google seems to be working on new toggles in the Android backup settings to let users choose which data types to back up.

We have a huge amount of data across various apps and services on our Android phones. This can include everything from device settings, call history, contacts, and messages to documents, files ...

Your Android device will soon automatically back up and restore Theft Protection settings. Android’s Theft Protection settings include Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, and more.

Backing up your Android phone is one of the most important things you can do to protect your data. Whether you are switching devices, worried about losing files, or just want peace of mind, having a ...

Transferring music from device to device is no longer a concern thanks to the seamless cloud syncing feature offered by Google. Using the Google Music app, customers can save up to 50,000 files on the ...

One of the coolest things about Android 6.0 Marshmallow is that your app data automatically gets backed up to Google Drive. This means that when you switch devices, all the settings and login ...

Having to delete photos, videos, and apps from your phone because storage is full and cloud space is limited can be a nightmare, especially on older devices that you still use. While newer iPhone and ...

Chris Thomas was a reporter at Android Police from 2022 until 2025. Google is making it easier to keep the data on your phone safe from thieves, even after a reset. The September 2025 Google Play ...

Android phones tend to back up a lot more than you’d expect—or want.