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How to Switch OneDrive Accounts on a Samsung Phone

Maira Mehtab Sep 28, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user wants to safely disconnect an incorrectly linked personal OneDrive account from their Samsung phone and sign in with a different one without triggering unwanted file downloads.

Product: OneDrive / Samsung Cloud
Device & OS: Samsung (Android)
Scenario: Switching the linked Microsoft cloud storage account on a mobile device.
Observed behavior: The Samsung device is currently synced to the wrong Microsoft account, requiring a switch to a different account without losing important data or subscriptions.

Before you start

Before switching accounts, ensure all your recent local files are fully synced to avoid losing any unsaved changes during the transition.

Solution 1Recommended

Disconnect Microsoft Account via Samsung Settings

Use your Samsung account settings to unlink the currently connected Microsoft account, which safely allows you to sign in with a new one.

On Samsung devices, OneDrive integration is deeply linked with your Samsung account. Simply signing out of the OneDrive app may not completely sever the connection. To switch accounts properly, you must disconnect the linked service from your system settings.

Open Accounts and Backup

Navigate to your Samsung phone's 'Settings' app, scroll down, and tap on 'Accounts and backup'.

Manage Samsung Account

Tap on 'Manage accounts', select your active 'Samsung account', and then tap on 'Apps and services' (or 'Connected Apps' depending on your Android version).

Disconnect Microsoft Service

Locate 'Microsoft' or 'OneDrive' in the list of linked services, select it, and tap the option to disconnect or unlink the account.

Sign in with New Account

Open the OneDrive app on your phone. If you are still logged in, sign out, and then sign in using your correct Microsoft account credentials.

Do Not Delete the Account: Do not select the option to permanently delete the incorrect Microsoft/OneDrive account unless you are absolutely certain it contains no required data or active subscriptions.

Manage Cloud Files with WPS

Manage Multiple OneDrive Accounts Seamlessly in WPS Office

If you frequently need to access files from different Microsoft accounts, constantly unlinking them in your Samsung settings can be frustrating. WPS Office allows you to connect and switch between multiple OneDrive accounts directly within the app without altering system settings.

1. Open WPS Office: Launch the WPS Office app on your Samsung device and go to the 'Open' tab.
2. Add Cloud Storage: Select 'Add Cloud Storage' and choose 'OneDrive' from the list of available services.
3. Log In and Manage: Sign in with your Microsoft account credentials. You can repeat this process to add additional cloud accounts and switch between them instantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will disconnecting my Microsoft account from my Samsung phone delete my files?

No. Disconnecting the account only removes the synchronization link between your Samsung phone and OneDrive. Your files will remain safely stored in your Microsoft cloud account.

Why is my Samsung phone trying to download files when I switch OneDrive accounts?

This can happen if the device attempts to sync a new account's folders directly to your phone's local storage. Unlinking the account correctly via the 'Connected Apps' menu before signing into the new one usually prevents mass background downloads.

Can I have two different OneDrive accounts linked to my Samsung Gallery?

Samsung's native Gallery sync only allows one linked Microsoft account at a time. If you need to access files from a second OneDrive account, you can use a third-party app like WPS Office to access those files without changing your primary device sync settings.

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