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How to Get More OneDrive Storage with Microsoft 365 Basic
Question details
The user wants to know how to acquire additional OneDrive storage space beyond the 100 GB included in the Microsoft 365 Basic subscription.
- Product
- OneDrive
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- The user is nearing or has reached their cloud storage limit on the Microsoft 365 Basic plan.
- Observed behavior
- Looking for the specific menu options to purchase or upgrade to a higher storage capacity.
Log into your Microsoft account associated with your Microsoft 365 Basic subscription to ensure you have the correct permissions to view and manage your current storage limits.
Check Upgrade Options in OneDrive Storage Management
Verify if your specific Microsoft 365 Basic account is eligible for a storage add-on or requires a plan upgrade to acquire more space.
Microsoft 365 Basic includes 100 GB of OneDrive storage and 50 GB of email storage. Because standalone storage add-ons may not be available for every Basic plan, you must check your account's specific upgrade options.
Navigate to the OneDrive storage management page in your web browser and sign in with your Microsoft account credentials.
Locate and select the 'Plans and Upgrade' option from the management dashboard.
Check the available upgrade or storage add-on options presented for your account. If a standalone storage add-on is not offered, you may need to select a higher-tier subscription, such as Microsoft 365 Personal, to increase your limit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much storage comes with Microsoft 365 Basic?
Microsoft 365 Basic includes 100 GB of OneDrive cloud storage and 50 GB of ad-free Outlook email storage.
Can I buy just extra storage without upgrading my Microsoft 365 plan?
It depends on your account. You can check the 'Plans and Upgrade' section in your OneDrive storage management page to see if a standalone storage add-on is available, but often you may need to upgrade to a Personal or Family plan.
What happens if I exceed my OneDrive storage limit?
If you exceed your limit, you will not be able to upload new files, sync changes across devices, or send and receive emails if your email storage is also full, until you free up space or purchase additional storage.
How do I free up space on my current OneDrive account?
You can free up space by deleting large or unneeded files, emptying the OneDrive recycle bin, and removing large email attachments from your linked Outlook account.
