Your Tech Makeover
š Unlocking iCloud Drive: Making the Most of Appleās Cloud Storage
16 Sep 2025
Are you really getting the most out of iCloud Drive, or is it just another icon in your settings you donāt fully understand?In this episode of Your Tech Makeover, I break down how iCloud Drive actually works, what it syncs (and what it doesnāt), how to share files and folders, and what to watch for when it comes to space and pricing. Whether youāre using just one Apple device or a whole familyās worth, this guide will help you clean things up and take control of your cloud storage.This is the sixth and final episode in our Sharing & Syncing series, where we've been walking through the most popular cloud storage tools, one platform at a time.š In this episode, youāll learn:šļø What iCloud Drive really does (and how itās different from iCloud Photos or Backups)š» How to sync your Macās Desktop & Documents foldersāļø Which hidden settings matter, like āOptimize Mac Storageāšø What you get for free (and why most users need to upgrade)š„ How to share files and foldersāeven with people outside your Apple ecosystemš” Mentioned in this episode:iCloud DriveApple Family SharingFiles app (iPhone and iPad)System Settings on Macš Support the podcast:Listeners who donate $25 or more get $25 off a personal tech consultation with me. Youāll help keep the show going and get expert help on your tech headaches.š§ Listen now at YourTechMakeover.com Or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.š Got a tech question or topic suggestion? Email Frank anytime at [email protected].
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