Phone Declutter Checklist

Reclaim your phone's storage and sanity — works for iPhone and Android.

How to use: Check off each task as you complete it. Print this page or save as PDF for offline use. Your progress is saved in your browser.

📋 Before You Start 2 items

Note current storage used: GB of GB
Back up your phone (iCloud / Google / computer)

📦 Storage & Apps 8 items

Check storage breakdown in Settings
Delete apps not opened in 30+ days
Offload unused apps (iPhone) / disable bloatware (Android)
Clear cache for your top 5 largest apps
Delete old podcasts and offline music
Remove old voicemails and call recordings
Clear message attachments (photos/videos in threads)
Review and cancel unused app subscriptions

📸 Photos & Videos 7 items

Delete duplicate photos (use built-in or Gemini Photos)
Remove blurry, accidental, and screenshot photos
Delete old screen recordings and Live Photos you won't watch
Back up photos to Google Photos / iCloud / PC
Enable "Optimise Storage" to keep only thumbnails on device
Create albums to organise what remains
Empty the "Recently Deleted" folder

⚙️ Settings & Maintenance 5 items

Turn off notifications for non-essential apps
Disable background app refresh for apps you rarely use
Review location permissions — set most to "While Using"
Organise home screen — essentials only on page 1
Set up automatic photo backup going forward

Final Check

Storage after cleanup: GB free (target: at least 20% free)

Progress

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