Inside that folder, you’ll see files named like: MyDocumentary_Autosave_01-23-2025_14-35.prproj
Set the "Automatically Save Every" interval. For high-stakes projects, 5 to 10 minutes is recommended.
By default, Premiere Pro stores auto-saved projects next to the original project file, but creates a specific folder structure for them. adobe premiere auto save location
By default, Premiere Pro saves auto-save files in a folder named located right next to your original project file ( .prproj ).
While the default location is convenient, you might want to change it to a different drive or folder for several reasons: Inside that folder, you’ll see files named like:
Many editors prefer to save backups to a different drive or a cloud-synced folder like Dropbox or Google Drive for extra security. To change where Premiere Pro stores these files, follow these steps: Open your project in Premiere Pro. Navigate to File in the top menu bar. Select Project Settings and then click on Scratch Disks. Locate the Project Auto Save section. Click Browse and select your preferred folder or drive. Click OK to save your changes.
Changing this setting ensures that even if your primary drive fails, your backup files remain safe on a secondary device or in the cloud. Customizing Auto Save Settings By default, Premiere Pro saves auto-save files in
| Operating System | Typical Path (relative to your project file) | | --- | --- | | | [Your Project Folder]/Adobe Premiere Pro Auto-Save/ |