Upload files/folders from external SSD to iCloud

I have stored a lot of files (photos) on an external hard drive (SSD, Sandisk). I want to back up these on my iCloud. If I copy them to the iCloud Drive (and subsequently to the iCloud), they remain on my Mac Mini as well. If I want to upload them to the iCloud via the internet (drag and drop from the SSD to the window) I get the message 'cannot upload folders' which is a bit awkward with 60-70.000 files.... Is there a way around this or did I waste money on buying extra storage on my iCloud...?

Mac mini, macOS 12.6

Posted on Jan 17, 2023 5:07 AM

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Dorain1

Community Specialist

Jan 18, 2023 12:55 PM in response to HansH61

Hi HansH61,

If we understand, you are wanting to use iCloud as additional storage for photos found on your external hard drive. While iCloud backs up your iPhone, iPad, or shared files from another device, it's more like a mirror of what's on your devices verses additional storage.

To learn more about iCloud and iCloud Photos, see the links below.

Reach back out if you have any questions.

Take care!

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