Windows 10: OneDrive randomly deleting files

Discus and support OneDrive randomly deleting files in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I only use OneDrive (not sure what version) on my PC. I actually don't even use it, it is just there. But my pictures folder is in there. I have kept... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Wh1sky Jack, Nov 20, 2019.

  1. OneDrive randomly deleting files


    I only use OneDrive (not sure what version) on my PC. I actually don't even use it, it is just there. But my pictures folder is in there. I have kept client files in there before while working on them (I'm a professional photographer) and when I went back to export them out of there onto my back up drive, there are MANY files randomly missing. Like I have picture 001 and 004 but not 002 or 003 and so on. THIS CAN'T HAPPEN! I have huge amounts of picture data that is just gone! Where did it go?

    :)
     
    Wh1sky Jack, Nov 20, 2019
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  2. Windows 10 - OneDrive

    Right click on the app and one of the properties has an option to not automatically start it. Uncheck, restart the computer, and it should stop. If you want to go another step further, find the OneDrive app in the start menu, right click on it and uninstall.

    If that is still insufficient, there is a batch uninstaller for OneDrive available online. I can copy the code here if you need it.
     
    FordGT90Concept, Nov 20, 2019
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  3. Manjunath_H, Nov 20, 2019
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  4. Nikhar_K Win User

    OneDrive randomly deleting files

    Error while deleting file/folders

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    Please reply with the following details to help you with the appropriate troubleshooting steps:



    • Which files/folders are you trying to delete?
    • What is the exact error message you receive?
    • Are you trying to delete the files from OneDrive or your computer?


    If you are facing issues in deleting files from OneDrive, you can refer the steps mentioned in the article

    Delete files or folders in OneDrive
    .



    You can also get in touch with the OneDrive support team they will look into this for you and help you accordingly. Follow the below steps to contact the OneDrive support team.



    Sign in to OneDrive.com from any browser, click the ‘?’ help icon on the top banner of the page and select
    Email OneDrive support. Submit your question and follow the prompts to request support.



    Regards,

    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Nov 20, 2019
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