Storage Manager
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The open source storage cleanup tool behind Free up space and automatic removal of backed-up photos.
Google package
Smart Storage
Advanced: com.google.android.storagemanager Advanced Vendor documentation
The system tool behind Free up space in storage settings and the option to clear backed-up photos automatically. You can disable it, with a caveat: read what stops working first.
What it does
Smart Storage, labeled Storage Manager on some versions, is Google's version of Android's storage management app. It runs the Free up space screen reached from storage settings, suggests large or unused files and apps to remove, and can automatically delete photos and videos that are already backed up once they reach a set age. It runs when you open those screens or when the automatic cleanup is on.
Also shown as Storage Manager.
If you disable it
The Free up space button and automatic cleanup stop working; your files are not touched.
How to disable it
On most phones Settings greys out Disable for this package, so ADB is the way to turn it off. The commands below work without root and can be undone.
Disable it (reversible)
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.storagemanagerTurn it back on
adb shell pm enable com.google.android.storagemanagerThe stronger option removes it for your user only; the original copy stays on the phone and a factory reset brings it back. Prefer disabling: it is easier to undo.
Uninstall for the main user
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.storagemanagerRestore after an uninstall
adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.storagemanagerNew to ADB? Set it up in about ten minutes.
Data and battery
Reads file sizes and app storage use on the device to make suggestions.
Where it appears
- Made by Google LLC.
Questions people ask
What is com.google.android.storagemanager?
com.google.android.storagemanager is Smart Storage. The system tool behind Free up space in storage settings and the option to clear backed-up photos automatically.
Can I disable Smart Storage?
You can disable it, with a caveat: read what stops working first. On most phones it takes ADB.
What happens if I disable Smart Storage?
The Free up space button and automatic cleanup stop working; your files are not touched.
Sources
- Android source: StorageManager manifestAndroid source
- Android Developers: StorageManagerDeveloper documentation
- Universal Android Debloater list entryCommunity list
Each source answered when this page was checked on 25 October 2026.
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