Applies To
OneDrive (work or school) OneDrive (home or personal) OneDrive for Mac OneDrive for Windows

  1. Select OneDrive in the taskbar or menu bar. (Can't find the OneDrive icon?)

  2. Select Gear icon for Help & settings link in desktop client. Help & Settings.

  3. Select Pause syncing and select the length of time from the drop-down you would like to pause for.

Facebook LinkedIn Email

Need more help?

Want more options?

Explore subscription benefits, browse training courses, learn how to secure your device, and more.

Microsoft 365 subscription benefits

Microsoft 365 training

Microsoft security

Accessibility center