Google confirms new Downloads backup feature for Android: Here's how it'll work

Google is rolling out the February Play System update, with a new feature for backing up local, downloaded files. Here's how ...

You Can Finally Back Up Your Android's Local Files

Make sure your backup settings are good to go.

Android phones will soon be able to back up to Google Drive

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

Google fixes one of Android’s biggest backup gaps, and I think it’s long overdue

Android’s February update finally backs up your Downloads folder to Google Drive, closing a long-ignored gap.

Google Is Rolling Out Android File Backups, But Don't Get Too Excited Just Yet

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

Google's working on an update to Android's backup settings, but it's more form than function

Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication ...
9to5Google

Android getting new ‘local file backup’ feature via Google Drive

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

Google could revamp Android’s backup settings with a sleek new look (Updated: Rolling out)

Google Play Services v25.11.32 beta contains code for a redesigned Backup page, simplifying the interface by removing unnecessary details. Update, July 17, 2025 (06:38 AM ET): Google is rolling out ...
Ubergizmo

Android To Introduce Automatic Downloads Folder Backup

Google is finally addressing a long-standing gap in its mobile operating system by introducing an automatic backup feature for the Android ...