Android local backup means your Downloads folder will back up to Google Drive – iCloud already syncs downloads to the cloud.

The 2026 Google Play System update introduces a new local file backup system that automatically uploads files from your Downloads folder to Google Drive.

According to new Google Play Services release notes, Android phones will be getting a “new local file backup feature” with Google Drive.

Luckily, Google automatically syncs your contacts, calendar appointments, docs, and even app purchases — as long as you give it permission to do so. While Google will preserve a lot of your data, ...

Google’s February 2026 System update adds local file backup, clearer earthquake alerts and performance tweaks for Android devices.

Android is preparing a new protection feature aimed at one of the most overlooked locations on a phone: the Downloads folder. According to Google’s update notes, the goal is to prevent important local ...

Google is finally going to allow you to download a local file backup of your Android device, and the feature is now starting ...