Can you keep Google Photos private?

Are Google Photos private? The simple answer is yes; by default, Google Photos is private. Everything you upload can only be seen by you. And thankfully, the only way to change one of your photos’ permissions is to log in to your account and share your photos with another user.

How Google Photos uses public URLs to keep your pictures private?

For one thing, your private photos aren’t always accessible by URL. Instead, when you right-click one, the Photos app whips up a public URL right then and there. More importantly, the URLs are long and random. That publicly accessible URL is way more secure than the average secret password.

Where do I find Auto Awesome on Google +?

To access all of your Auto Awesome photos within the Google+ app, tap the Menu icon, then select Photos, and choose Auto Awesome. Google will display Auto Awesome-enhanced photos with the Auto Awesome icon visible in the upper-right corner (this occurs whether you are viewing the photo on a mobile device or computer).

How to disable Auto Awesome on Google Photos?

If Auto Awesome doesn’t interest you, you can disable it under the Camera and Photos section of your Settings menu within the Google+ app. Switch the toggle for “Auto Awesome” to the off position. You can do the same thing on Google+’s website. Place your cursor in the top-left corner for the Google+ main menu.

What are the different types of Auto Awesome?

At the moment, there are five different types of Auto Awesome creations: Motion – Google recognizes when you’ve taken a set of similar photos and constructs them into an animated GIF. Smile – Take several photos of the same group of people and Google will choose the best elements of each and merge them into one picture-perfect snap.

How to check Auto enhance on Google Photos?

To see if a photo on your Google+ profile has been enhanced with Auto Enhance, click any photo to open it in full screen. Once you’ve done that, place your cursor over the photo. Photos that have been enhanced will say “enhanced” in the corner. How do I adjust Auto Enhance?