Microsoft OneDrive wants to back up everything. You don’t have to let it

Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage is reportedly being adjusted to allow you to turn it off during setup of a new PC. But ...
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OneDrive backup just got a massive change for the better - how it works now

Microsoft automatically turns on OneDrive Backup in new Windows 11 installations. Your files aren't stolen -- they've just been moved to a new folder and synced to the cloud. A recent, undocumented ...
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How to access OneDrive backup files or folders

OneDrive Backup (often called Folder Backup or Known Folder Move) automatically syncs the contents of your Windows Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders to your OneDrive cloud storage. This ...
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Microsoft finally lets you disable OneDrive backup prompts in Windows 11

There is a lot to love about Windows 11, but also a lot to complain about. One complaint that has been voiced time and time ...
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Windows 11 is dropping its worst OneDrive dark pattern: after years of complaints, Microsoft will let you fully opt out

After an unexpected move by Microsoft, you can now opt out of forced OneDrive backup in Windows 11, after years of complaints.

Users can now completely opt out of OneDrive backup in Windows 11 for the first time.

OneDrive is one of Microsoft’s most controversial services. The often intrusive prompts for cloud backup in Windows 11 have ...

Windows may finally take no for an answer, adding a permanent opt-out for OneDrive backup nags

As reported by Windows Latest, Windows 11's full-screen backup prompt is now appearing with an "Opt out of backup" button.