# Irys — Photography at its best

> Photography community for sharing, connecting, and inspiration. (iPhone/iPad app by Silvertone Media Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irys/id6744528226 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Silvertone Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796124450)
- Category: Social Networking, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 38 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 106 MB
- Languages: Russian, Hindi, American English, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), Polish, European Portuguese, French (France), Japanese
- Released: 2025-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irys/id6744528226/reviews.md

## What is Irys?

Irys is an app and community built for all photography lovers. A place to share your work without noise or pressure, and to connect with others who care about the craft. 

Features include:

• Upload images up to 50MB

• No visible follower counts : build a following for the right reasons!

• Get inspired with great photography and curated highlights from our team

• Share any aspect ratio with no forced cropping

• Join and curate groups around what you love

• Organise your work by themes and portfolios 

• Enter Spotlight competitions (exclusively on Irys!) for a chance to win prizes from top industry partners

• Optional EXIF details like camera and lens information

Whether you're a working photographer, a passionate hobbyist, or simply someone who loves great images, Irys was built for you!

Terms of Service:
https://support.irysphotos.com/hc/en-gb/articles/5020127716639-Terms-and-conditions
Privacy Policy:
https://support.irysphotos.com/hc/en-gb/articles/5020165583903-Privacy-Policy

## Key features

- Upload images up to 50MB
- No visible follower counts
- Curated photography highlights
- Share any aspect ratio
- Join and curate groups
- Organize work by themes/portfolios
- Spotlight competitions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $5.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Irys?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🤩 Great alternative to Instagram
- 👍 Positive community vibe
- 💡 Focused on photography
- 🤗 Throwback to old Instagram

**Cons**

- 🤢 Awful color scheme and UI
- 🤯 Buggy and freezes often
- 💰 Monetization issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes when trying to post
- Invite codes not working

**Most requested features**

- Improve UI and UX design
- Fix bugs and stability issues
- Reconsider monetization strategy

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irys/id6744528226/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fantastic!

*2026-08-29*

I find the Irys app a breath of fresh air. I really enjoy being able to just look at photographs that are truly amazing by the very talented photographers. My favorite feature is being able to zoom in and see the photo on the entire screen of my phone no more squinting.  Also, it’s ad free, which is really great. I recommend it to anybody who loves photography.

### 3/5 — Want this to be the one

*2026-08-29*

I so want this to be the one that replaces Instagram.  But I can’t help but think Alan has forgotten about the Irys app. Next to no changes in the app. Yes there are competitions. Yes you can now link out. But what else really in a year of paying from the get go. Makes me sad as I want this to be the one.

### 1/5 — Can’t log in following update

*2026-08-21*

Unable to log in

**Developer response:** Hi 

Thanks for your review! We don't currently have an Ipad version however this is something we hope to release in future. 

When you access the app via an Ipad, this isn't an Ipad version made by us, but instead it's Apple running the mobile app in compatibility mode on your Ipad, which is why it looks small or low quality. 

The App isn't intended to be used on an Ipad but Apple do this by default to enable more people to be able to access apps. 

I assure you this isn't us! 

kind regards 
Dan

### 5/5 — Solide

*2026-08-21*

Eine sehr solide App, mit einer noch kleinen Mitglieder zahl, deshalb schraubt eure erwartungen für Reaktionen auf eure Fotos am Anfang etwas herunter. Dafür ist Irys nicht Bot-verseucht, wie andere Plattformen. Ich finde sie leicht zu bedienen und übersichtlich.

### 4/5 — Not there yet.

*2026-08-20*

I think the goal / vision of the app is spectacular, however I do think it is at times primitive and will always suffer from only appealing to the niche of photography enthusiasts - which is the idea, but just lacks broader veiwership and appeal that photographers probably want. I hope for the brst as I want tjis app to be successful.

### 5/5 — Truly an app for photographers

*2026-08-20*

Downloaded this app when I decided to get off of IG and I honestly love it. Of course you don’t get as much interactions and posts but it stops me from doomscrolling and the interactions mean a lot more when it’s from another photographer I respect. 
 On top of all that, it’s nice to see more art and less lifestyle

### 1/5 — No

*2026-08-03*

Not suitable for me now it won’t let me delete it

### 2/5 — Slow in upload

*2026-07-28*

When the app first launched, uploading was slow. I stopped using the app. I recently returned out of curiosity and it is still slow. The developer says an update is going to be released. It’s taken a while. The different icons when you like a photo is puzzling and excessive. I supported this app by being a premium member but regret it. Foto is simpler, faster and easier to use.

### 5/5 — Very good

*2026-07-23*

A great app by photographers for photographers about photography without all the noise or advertising of other social media platforms. A great and supportive community to develop your work and be inspired by others. Exploring different groups is a great way experience different artistic and technical approaches. No restrictions on form factor or resolution is a huge plus.

### 3/5 — Cannot set posts to show image exif data.

*2026-07-23*

I’ve set up on the Irys app for about a month now and am posting regularly, however lately I’ve found I cannot set the app to show image exif data for my images. I select ‘show exif data’ and save, but it still shows exif data not visible. Don’t know if there’s a bug here but grateful for a fix. Thanks

**Developer response:** Hi Dave 

Thanks for reaching out 

Are you able to email us with your Irys username, device model and IOS version, as well as one of the images you're trying to get the EXIF data to show on so we can investigate please?

## Frequently asked questions about Irys

### What is Irys?

Irys is a photography app and community designed for photography lovers. It provides a platform to share your work without pressure, connect with other photographers, and discover inspiring images. The app focuses on the craft of photography and building genuine connections within the community.

### What are the key features of Irys?

Key features include uploading images up to 50MB, no visible follower counts to encourage genuine engagement, curated photography highlights, the ability to share any aspect ratio without forced cropping, joining and curating groups, organizing work by themes and portfolios, and participating in Spotlight competitions for a chance to win prizes.

### Is Irys free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a robust set of features for photographers. It also includes in-app purchases, suggesting optional premium features or content may be available for users who wish to enhance their experience further.

### Who is Irys for?

Irys is built for anyone who loves photography. This includes working photographers, passionate hobbyists, and individuals who simply appreciate great images. The community aspect is designed to foster connections and inspiration among all levels of photography enthusiasts.

### How can I organize my work on Irys?

You can organize your photographic work on Irys by themes and portfolios. This allows you to categorize your images based on specific subjects, projects, or styles, making it easier for you and others to navigate and appreciate your creative output.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.8 — 2026-08-27

- Add links to your user profile
- Share images directly from your device’s gallery to Irys
- Small improvements and bug fixes across the app

### 1.1.7 — 2026-08-20

- Add links to your user profile
- Share images directly from your device’s gallery to Irys
- Small improvements and bug fixes across the app

### 1.1.6 — 2026-08-20

- Add links to your user profile
- Share images directly from your device’s gallery to Irys
- Small improvements and bug fixes across the app

### 1.1.5 — 2026-07-28

- A smoother onboarding experience to help you get started faster
- General improvements and bug fixes to keep things running smoothly

### 1.1.4 — 2026-04-09

• A smoother onboarding experience to help you get started faster
• Improved plan management and account controls
• General improvements and bug fixes to keep things running smoothly

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