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Immich Android- Library Photo Download Question

Hi, I’m having an issue downloading original photos that come from an external library in the Android app.

I have Immich set to back up my photo folder (include Immich folder). When I try to download an original photo that comes from an external library, Immich downloads it successfully, but then it automatically deletes the original copy from my phone after syncing.

This problem only happens with photos from external libraries. It does not happen with photos stored inside Immich’s own library/data.

Is this a known issue, or is there a setting I can adjust to prevent the deletion?

Thanks!
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