What Is Google One, and Is It Worth Paying For?

September 27, 2022

By default, Google accounts come with 15GB of cloud storage. But several of Google’s apps and services utilize this storage space, including Google Photos, Google Drive, and Gmail. Eventually, you may find yourself in need of more storage, and that’s where Google One comes into play.

A Google One subscription adds extra cloud storage to your account, and it starts at just $2 a month. Check our top story to learn why Google One is worth the money, plus all the extra perks offered with this subscription.

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-Andrew

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