How much storage does dashcam footage use?

Storage depends on resolution, frame rate, codec and recording time. Dashoo’s loop recording helps manage ordinary journeys, but protected clips still need room.

What affects storage use?

  • Higher resolution creates larger files.
  • Higher frame rates create more frames to store.
  • Longer journeys use more space.
  • Different phones and codecs produce different file sizes.

How loop recording helps

Unprotected footage can be replaced as the configured storage limit is reached. This means you do not need to keep every ordinary journey forever.

Protected footage is different

Protected journeys are kept for you to review or share. Delete old protected clips when you no longer need them, or export them to another location.

Practical storage habits

Start with a short test, check the storage used, and leave free space for the phone to operate normally. Avoid filling the device completely before a long journey.

See how to export footage or how recording affects phone heat and battery.

Keep storage under control

Dashoo combines loop recording with a library for journeys and protected clips.

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