How to boost your phone's storage
25 Jun 2025

Running out of storage on your phone can be really annoying, particularly when you want to download a new app or capture more photos.

However, fret not; there are simple ways to free up space using inbuilt settings on your device.

They don't require any third-party apps and can help you manage your storage seamlessly.

Here's how.

Clear cache regularly
Cache management

Clearing cache is one of the easiest ways to free some room on your phone.

Cached data is a temporary information stored by apps for easier access in future use. Over time, this data builds up and occupies a lot of space.

To clear cache, head over to Settings, tap on Storage or Apps, and opt to clear cached data for individual apps or all at once.

Uninstall unused apps
App management

Many of us have multiple apps installed that we rarely even touch. These unused apps take away valuable storage space, wasting it.

Review all installed applications from time to time and get rid of those you don't need anymore.

This not just frees some space but also improves device performance by minimizing background processes.

Use cloud storage solutions
Cloud utilization

Cloud storage services provide an amazing way to keep your photos, videos, and documents without taking up physical space on your device.

By uploading files to cloud services such as Google Drive or iCloud, you can access them anytime while keeping local storage free for important apps and system updates.

Manage media files efficiently
Media optimization

Photos and videos also occupy a major chunk of phone storage. Periodically go through media files and delete duplicates or stuff that you don't want.

If you don't want to go with cloud solutions, consider moving important media files to a computer or an external drive for safekeeping.

Optimize downloaded files
File organization

Over time, downloaded files like PDFs, music tracks, and other documents can quietly accumulate, without your knowledge.

It's prudent to go through the Downloads folder on your device from time to time. This will include deleting files that have served their purpose or are no longer needed on a daily basis or for reference.

Regular clean-ups keep your storage space tidy, with only important files on your device's memory.