How to Use OneDrive for Photos

Store, organize, and share your photos using Microsoft OneDrive across your devices.

Steps

1
Go to onedrive.com and sign in
with your Microsoft account. If you do not have one, create a free account with any email.
2
Click "Upload"
at the top of the page and select "Files" or "Folder." Choose the photos from your computer to upload.
3
Create photo albums
by clicking "New" and then "Album." Drag your uploaded photos into the album to keep related pictures together.
4
Share photos or albums
by selecting the files and clicking "Share." You can send a link by email or copy the link to paste into a message.
5
Access photos on your phone
by installing the OneDrive app from the App Store or Google Play. Sign in and your photos appear automatically.

How much free storage does OneDrive give me?Show

OneDrive offers 5 GB of free storage. Microsoft 365 subscribers get 1 TB of storage included with their subscription.

Can I edit photos in OneDrive?Show

OneDrive has basic editing tools built in. Open a photo and click "Edit" to crop, rotate, or adjust the image.

Are my OneDrive photos private?Show

Yes, your files are private by default. Only you can see them unless you choose to share with others.

How do I find old photos in OneDrive?Show

Use the search bar at the top of OneDrive to search by filename, date, or the folder where you stored the photos.

Written by the HowToDoStuff.online editorial team. Last updated May 18, 2026.