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May 30, 2026
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Lightroom will not sync even after letting it run for days

  • May 30, 2026
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Subject: Lightroom Desktop (v. 9.3.1 from the mac app store running on a Mac Studio with M2 chip) Stuck Syncing for Days – Cloud Storage Never Updates

Hello,

I'm having an issue with Lightroom Desktop on my Mac that I have been unable to resolve.

For several days, Lightroom has been stuck in a syncing state. The application appears to be running normally, but the Cloud Storage panel continuously shows:

  • Cloud Storage: Calculating...

  • Syncing Items spinning indefinitely

The software never completes the sync process, even after being left running overnight and for multiple days.

Things I've already tried:

  • Leaving Lightroom open for extended periods

  • Confirming my internet connection is stable

  • Restarting Lightroom

  • Restarting the computer

The attached screenshot shows the current state of the application.

Could you please advise:

  1. How can I determine what item(s) Lightroom is attempting to sync?

  2. Is there a way to view a sync error log?

  3. Are there known issues that cause Cloud Storage to remain in a perpetual "Calculating..." state?

  4. Is there a safe method to reset the sync process without risking loss of local photos or edits?

  5. Are there any Lightroom diagnostic files I can provide to help troubleshoot the issue?

For reference:

  • Lightroom Desktop (please advise if you need the exact version)

  • macOS (please advise if you need the exact version)

  • Issue has persisted for multiple days

Thank you for any assistance.