Microsoft OneDrive is a mobile app by Microsoft working as a cloud hosting provider. It is used as a synchronization tool and online file storage. It has a storage capacity of 5G on any mobile device. The application works with Microsoft 365, allowing an upgrade of the subscription for 1TB of storage capacity. Microsoft OneDrive allows users to interact with other Microsoft accounts.

What are the key features of Microsoft OneDrive?

Storage: Microsoft OneDrive gives up to 5GB of free cloud storage. All of the files stored in OneDrive have an automatic backup and synchronization, it works as well with other integrated mobile and fixed electronic devices. All modifications and changes are notified to the user via push notifications. With the Microsoft 365 subscription, users can use up to 1TB of storage capacity.
Photos and files sharing: Microsoft OneDrive mobile application allows users to easily share files, photos, videos, and more. It can also be used to enable editing and modifications among users. It makes it easy for users to share all of their photos and videos on social media networks and share them among family and friends. All of the files are automatically synchronized and updated with all of the devices linked to the same OneDrive account.
Security: One of the most important features of OneDrive is the encryption of the files to ensure the secure transit of files in the cloud. For even better security, users can add passwords to their cloud access and their 365 personal and family accounts. The application also has a personal vault feature to create personal files with private security passwords.
Microsoft 365: When subscribing to the home or business plan, the Microsoft 365 package enables you to synchronize all of the content on your Microsoft account with the software included in Office 365, Microsoft OneDrive, Outlook, Skype, and more. All of the systems work together and notify all users of any updates and modifications. The files are all stored in the Microsoft OneDrive cloud.

How to use Microsoft OneDrive?

Once the application is downloaded, you will simply need to sign to your Microsoft account, if you do not already have one you can create one here and start using your drive.

If you hold a classic or Microsoft 365 account it’ll automatically recognize your profile and restore all of your information and files.
If this is your first time using a Microsoft account, the free trial of 5G will be enabled and the option of purchasing the Microsoft 365 will be also enabled.

Is Microsoft OneDrive free?

Microsoft OneDrive is available for free download and offers 5G of free storage. You can upgrade it to Microsoft 635 that includes a 1TB storage capacity among other features for $69.99/per year for a personal plan and $99.99/per year for family license.