If your vivo S50 keeps downloading photos and videos automatically on WhatsApp, your storage can fill up quickly without you even noticing. Large media files may also consume mobile data in the background, which can slow down your connection and increase your monthly usage. The good news is that you can control exactly what WhatsApp downloads and when.
Why WhatsApp Auto Downloads Media Automatically
- Auto download is enabled by default in WhatsApp settings.
- Mobile data and Wi Fi permissions allow automatic media downloads.
- Group chats often send large videos and images that download instantly.
- Background data usage is not restricted for WhatsApp.
Stop Auto Download on Mobile Data
WhatsApp allows you to choose which media types download automatically when using mobile data. Disabling this prevents photos, videos, audio, and documents from downloading without your permission.
Open WhatsApp, and then tap the three dot menu.
Tap Settings, and then tap Storage and data.
Tap When using mobile data, and then uncheck all media options.
Tap OK, and then repeat the same process for When connected on Wi Fi.
Disable Auto Download for Roaming
Roaming data can be expensive, and auto downloads may increase charges quickly. Turning this off ensures WhatsApp will not download any media while you are traveling.
Open WhatsApp, and then tap the three dot menu.
Tap Settings, and then tap Storage and data.
Tap When roaming, and then uncheck all media options.
Restrict Background Data for WhatsApp
If WhatsApp still downloads files automatically, restricting background data can help limit unwanted activity. This ensures the app only uses data when you actively open it.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Tap App management, and then select WhatsApp.
Tap Mobile data and Wi Fi, and then disable Background data.
Turn Off Media Visibility
Even if files download, you can prevent them from appearing in your Gallery. This keeps your photo library clean and organized.
Open WhatsApp, and then tap the three dot menu.
Tap Settings, and then tap Chats.
Turn off Media visibility to stop media from showing in your Gallery app.
Stopping WhatsApp auto download on your vivo S50 helps protect your storage and mobile data. Once you adjust these settings, media will only download when you choose to open it.
FAQs
Why does WhatsApp keep downloading photos even after I changed settings?
You may need to adjust both mobile data and Wi Fi download settings. Also check group chats, as media settings apply to all conversations.
Will stopping auto download delete existing WhatsApp photos?
No. Disabling auto download only affects future media. Existing files remain in your storage unless you delete them manually.
Can I allow auto download for photos but not videos?
Yes. In the Storage and data section, you can select specific media types to download automatically and leave others unchecked.
