OneDrive, a cloud storage solution from Microsoft, offers the convenience of storing and accessing files from any location. Nonetheless, there are users who might choose not to utilize OneDrive or might consider disabling it due to security concerns. This article aims to walk you through the steps required to turn off OneDrive on your computer.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
To begin, open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows + E.
Step 2: Navigate to OneDrive Folder
In File Explorer, navigate to the OneDrive folder. This is usually located in the C:\Users\[username]\OneDrive directory.
Step 3: Right-Click on OneDrive Folder
Once you have navigated to the OneDrive folder, right-click on it and select Properties.
Step 4: Uncheck “Always Keep on This Device”
In the properties window, uncheck the box next to "Always keep on this device". This will prevent OneDrive from syncing your files locally.
Step 5: Close File Explorer and Restart PC
After making the changes, close File Explorer and restart your PC. This will ensure that the changes take effect.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you have successfully disabled OneDrive on your PC. If you ever want to re-enable it, simply repeat the process and check the box next to "Always keep on this device".