A backup works when photos open on another accessible device, not merely when an upload icon appears.
Copy
Set up independent storage, accounting for data limits and available space.
Test
Open several recent files and check quality, dates and upload completeness.
Deletion
Do not erase the only original before testing recovery and understanding synchronised deletion.
Work in a verifiable sequence
Gather the required information, perform the action, then verify the outcome. Do not automatically repeat a payment or submission when the first attempt’s status is unknown. Keep confirmation and the case reference somewhere independent of a device or channel that could become unavailable.
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Sources and checks for current conditions
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