Photoview: Self-Hosted Photo Gallery
Photoview is a simple yet powerful photo gallery designed for self-hosted personal servers, catering especially to photographers who need an efficient way to manage and navigate thousands of high-resolution photos. Built with ease of use and speed in mind, it offers a seamless experience for organizing and sharing media.
Key Features
- File System Sync: Automatically organizes media based on file structure, turning directories into albums and keeping content updated with automatic rescans.
- User Management & Sharing: Supports multiple users with private directories and secure access via username/password, plus easy sharing of albums or individual media through public or password-protected links.
- Maps Integration: Utilizes EXIF metadata to display photo locations on a map, grouping images taken at the same spot for a cohesive viewing experience.
- Mobile App: Offers an official iOS app for quick access, navigation, sharing, and downloading of media directly from your phone.
- Additional Capabilities: Includes RAW image support via Darktable, video optimization with FFmpeg, EXIF metadata extraction, ARM compatibility for devices like Raspberry Pi, performance optimizations with lazy loading thumbnails, and robust security measures.
Use Cases
Photoview is perfect for photographers, hobbyists, or anyone looking to maintain a private, self-hosted media library. It integrates well with file servers like Samba, FTP, or Nextcloud, providing full control over media organization. Its focus on privacy ensures that no data leaves your server, making it a secure choice for personal or professional use.
