How to Clear Storage on Your Phone

When Storage Gets Low

Low storage can cause:

• Apps won't update
• New photos won't save
• Apps crash or run slowly
• Phone becomes sluggish

Check Your Storage

iPhone

• Open Settings
• Tap General > iPhone Storage
• See what's using space

Android

• Open Settings
• Tap Storage
• See breakdown by category

Quick Ways to Free Space

1. Delete Unused Apps

Apps you haven't used in months take up space:

iPhone:

• Settings > General > iPhone Storage
• See apps sorted by size
• Tap an app and choose Delete App

Android:

• Settings > Apps
• Find apps to remove
• Tap Uninstall

2. Clear App Cache

Some apps accumulate cached data:

Android:

• Settings > Apps > [App Name]
• Tap Storage
• Tap Clear Cache

iPhone: Some apps have cache clearing in their settings. Otherwise, deleting and reinstalling clears the cache.

3. Remove Old Photos and Videos

Photos and videos often use the most space:

• Delete blurry or duplicate photos
• Remove old screenshots
• Delete videos you've shared elsewhere

Better approach: Back up to OneDrive or iCloud, then delete from phone.

4. Delete Downloaded Files

Downloads accumulate over time:

iPhone:

• Open Files app
• Browse Downloads folder
• Delete unneeded files

Android:

• Open Files app
• Open Downloads
• Delete old files

5. Clear Message Attachments

Old messages with photos/videos take space:

iPhone:

• Settings > General > iPhone Storage
• Tap Messages
• Review large attachments
• Delete old conversations

Android:

• Open Messages app
• Delete old threads with many images

Cloud Storage Tips

Enable Photo Backup

Back up photos to the cloud:

OneDrive:

• Open OneDrive app
• Settings > Camera Upload
• Enable

Then you can delete photos from your phone knowing they're safe.

Use Streaming Instead of Downloads

For music and videos, stream instead of downloading to save space.

How Much Space Do You Need?

Keep at least 1-2GB free for:

• App updates
• New photos
• System operations

Need Help?

For storage management help, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.