Self-Hosted Software
Immich
Self-hosted Google Photos alternative with automatic phone backup.
Immich is a free, open-source photo and video backup platform — a self-hosted alternative to Google Photos, with automatic phone backup, a fast timeline, and face/object search.
Best for: replacing cloud photo services on your own hardware.
📘 Learn more: How to install Immich · Best self-hosted apps for beginners
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