How to Fix Google Photos Not Uploading From PC

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Common Fixes

Fix 1: Clear Browser Cache and Retry

A corrupt browser cache is a common reason Google Photos does not upload from a PC. Open browser settings (e.g., Google Chrome) toclear the cache manuallyand retry uploading.

Step 1:Click thethree-dotmenu at the top right of Google Chrome and selectSettings.

Step 2:SelectPrivacy and securityfrom the sidebar and clickDelete browsing data.

Step 3:MarkCached images and filesand clickDelete data.

Fix 2: Pause and Resume Syncing in the Google Drive App

If you can’t back up your media to Google Photos using the Google Drive desktop app, a glitch or incorrect configuration might be halting it. Manually pause and resumeGoogle Drive syncto restore its normal functioning.

Step 1:Click theUparrow at the right end of your Windows taskbar, select theGoogle Driveicon, and click theGear icon.

Step 2:SelectPause syncingto stop uploading your photos/videos to Google Photos temporarily.

Step 3:Wait a few seconds and clickResume syncingto resume the Google Photos backup.

Fix 3: Disable Browser Extensions

Lastly, disable browser extensions to fix Google Photos not uploading from your PC. Let’s take Google Chrome for instance.

Step 1:Click the verticalthree-dot menuat the top right of Google Chrome, selectExtensions, and openManage Extensions.

Step 2:Toggle off the installed browser extension to disable it. Alternatively, clickRemovebelow an extension to delete it from your browser.

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Last updated on 15 July, 2024

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