Pho - Self-Hosted Photo Sync

Pho - Self-Hosted Photo Sync

Photos to NAS, No Cloud Needed

10 ratings
7 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 27, 2023
  • July 27, 2026

Features

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This app replaces your native photo gallery and synchronizes your pictures to cloud storage. It offers a streamlined experience for viewing and managing your photo library.

Photo gallery replacement
Cloud photo synchronization
SMB, WebDAV, NFS support
Simple user experience
View and manage photos
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What's New in Pho

1.5.0

July 27, 2026

Pho 1.5 This update continues to polish stability and the sync experience. — What is Pho — Pho is a serverless photo sync and gallery app. Your photos are never uploaded to a third-party cloud photo service — they sync directly to your own network storage: Samba, WebDAV, NFS or Baidu Netdisk. No middleman server, no database, no subscription lock-in. The files are entirely yours. Pho can also replace your phone's built-in gallery, unifying local and cloud photos in one timeline. — Why Pho — · No server, no database: files stay in your own network storage, auto-organized by year/month/day. You can access the raw files without Pho anytime. · Original quality: no compression, no re-encoding — original photos, videos and EXIF preserved. · Background auto-sync: scheduled by the system while charging, no need to open the app. Wi-Fi-only option available. · Unified local + cloud gallery: one timeline, lazy thumbnails, pinch-to-zoom, EXIF info and Live Photo support. · AES encryption: encrypt before upload, decrypt before download. Encrypted videos stream natively. Files get a .aes suffix. Protects against inspection and leaks. · Format support: HEIC / HEVC, RAW (DNG), Live Photo, videos. — Pro features — · Parallel upload: upload multiple photos at once for faster backups. · Encrypted storage: AES encryption to protect your privacy. · Custom upload filters: filter by type and date so only what you want gets synced. · Camera-only album: filter out screenshots and downloads for a clean camera roll. · Theme color: switch the app theme to your taste. · Free up storage: delete already-synced photos to reclaim phone space. · Monthly / Yearly / Lifetime — three plans to choose from. — Who it's for — · Privacy-conscious users who don't want photos hosted by third-party cloud services · Users with a NAS, router USB storage, self-hosted WebDAV, or a Baidu Netdisk account · Users looking to replace the native gallery and manage local + cloud photos in one place · Users in regions where local encryption before backup is essential We keep improving based on your feedback. For issues or suggestions, find feedback channels in Settings → About, or email the developer directly.

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$34.99

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User reviews

Does nothing even after successful configuration

I configured my local NAS using SMB protocol. I was able to successfully browse my folders so login configuration was successful. Then I saved my connection and expected to be able to see all my photos under cloud section of the app and nothing happened. I tried closing the app and relaunching no change. I tried using the menu and click on Zoom in and Zoom out hoping it would trigger loading of photos, nothing happens.
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无法备份

app很好用,操作方式符合原相册。同类中无可替代
1.[bug]ios16备份实况只有缩略图,全屏无法查看,只有缩略图,nas上也无视频。
2.[建议]备份文件夹按月份存放,使用源文件名命名备份。
3.[建议]使用这种方式备份一般不选择公有云,可不必支持网络存储

垃圾

就是一个半成品
live photo用webdav上传直接看不了,是灰色的,Play live photo failed:
PlatformException (VideoError, Failed to load video: resource unavailable, null, null)
在其他地方把刚才上传图片下载下来显示的是损坏

左右滑动和放大的操作不跟手,和系统自带的图库相比
视频进度条小,拉不了
不能横屏
不能像iCloud图片一样,先下载一个模糊的缩略图,再下载完了再放高清版本
还说好用的话所有平台都换这软件呢,用不下来,感觉完全不行

已购买,使用中碰到几个问题和建议

1.自动同步功能缺失
2.上传目录层级选择过少,无法做到按月或者按年
3.软件强行更改照片名称增加前缀,对多软件备份造成困扰
4.Live photo 会对单张照片更名并生成文件夹,造成pc端管理的不便
5. live photo显示上传成功后,云端目录内缺失视频文件,软件端显示为live photo但点开后播放错误

希望作者完善,成为能够替代photo sync的软件

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不知道为什么通过SMB一直连接失败

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FAQ

What is Pho?

Pho is designed to replace your smartphone's native photo gallery and synchronize your photos to cloud storage. It aims to provide a simple and excellent user experience for viewing and managing your photo library.

Does Pho support syncing with different storage services?

Yes, Pho supports synchronization with various services including SMB, WebDAV, and NFS. This allows for flexible photo management across different platforms and storage solutions.

What devices is Pho available on?

Pho is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This broad compatibility allows users to manage their photos across multiple Apple devices.

How often is Pho updated?

The latest version, 1.4.9, was released on November 13, 2023. The app was initially released on July 27, 2023, indicating relatively frequent updates.

What is the age rating for Pho?

Pho has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

What are the user reviews like for Pho?

Pho has a rating of 2.7 stars from 10 ratings. This suggests that while some users may find value in the app, there is room for improvement based on overall user sentiment.

Does Pho have ads?

No, Pho does not contain advertisements. This provides an uninterrupted experience for users managing their photo library.

Is Pho free to use?

Pho is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This freemium model allows users to try the core functionality before committing to any additional features.