Where Does Mlem Store Accounts and Cache?
Mlem accounts live on Lemmy instances while feeds, drafts, and media cache fill app storage.
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Mlem is a Lemmy client, so accounts, subscriptions, and posts live on your instance server. The phone holds feeds cache, drafts, and downloaded images in app-private storage.
The cache is disposable. Reinstalling and logging back in restores the account completely, minus anything never posted. Save keeper images to Photos deliberately; cached copies evaporate with the app.
Where Mlem stores this, by platform
Instance account (subscriptions); app-private cache and drafts
Account and subscriptions sync from the Lemmy instance. The phone holds cache and drafts; log back in after reinstalling to restore everything.
Frequently asked questions
Do I lose my subscriptions if I reinstall?
Subscriptions, settings, and posts return on login to the same instance. Only unsent drafts and cache stay behind, so finish posting before wiping.
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