How to Delete Pictures from iCloud
Managing your iCloud storage can be a challenging task, especially when you have a large number of photos and videos stored in the cloud. Deleting unnecessary pictures from your iCloud is a simple process that can help you free up space and keep your cloud storage organized. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to delete pictures from iCloud on various devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
1. Deleting Pictures from iPhone or iPad
If you want to delete pictures from your iCloud on an iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
1. Open the “Photos” app on your device.
2. Tap on the “Albums” tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Scroll down and select the “iCloud Photos” album.
4. Choose the photos you want to delete by tapping on them.
5. Once you have selected the desired photos, tap the “Share” button (a box with an arrow).
6. Tap “Delete” from the menu that appears.
Alternatively, you can delete pictures from the “Recently Deleted” album:
1. Go to the “Photos” app and tap on the “Albums” tab.
2. Scroll down and select the “Recently Deleted” album.
3. Tap on the “Select” button in the upper right corner.
4. Choose the photos you want to delete by tapping on them.
5. Tap the “Delete” button in the lower left corner.
2. Deleting Pictures from Mac
If you have a Mac, you can delete pictures from your iCloud using the following steps:
1. Open the “Photos” app on your Mac.
2. Click on the “iCloud Photos” album in the sidebar.
3. Select the photos you want to delete by clicking on them.
4. Right-click on the selected photos and choose “Delete.”
5. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
You can also delete pictures from the “Recently Deleted” album on your Mac:
1. Go to the “Photos” app and click on the “iCloud Photos” album in the sidebar.
2. Click on the “Recently Deleted” album.
3. Click on the “Select” button in the upper right corner.
4. Select the photos you want to delete by clicking on them.
5. Click the “Delete” button in the lower left corner.
3. Deleting Pictures from iCloud.com
If you prefer to manage your iCloud storage from a web browser, you can delete pictures from your iCloud.com account:
1. Go to iCloud.com and log in with your Apple ID.
2. Click on the “Photos” app.
3. Click on the “iCloud Photos” album in the left sidebar.
4. Select the photos you want to delete by clicking on them.
5. Click the “Delete” button in the upper right corner.
6. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
By following these steps, you can easily delete pictures from your iCloud on various devices. Remember to regularly review and manage your iCloud storage to ensure you have enough space for your important photos and videos.
