# Sync Photo - SmugMug

> Download and view SmugMug photos locally on iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by River Rock Logic.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-photo-smugmug/id340225110 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [River Rock Logic](https://appshunter.io/developer/340225113)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 43 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-photo-smugmug/id340225110/reviews.md

## What is Sync Photo?

Sync Photo downloads images from your SmugMug account to your IOS device so that the images can be viewed locally.  Once you login to that account from SyncPhoto, it is a fast efficient way to copy selected galleries from your SmugMug account to your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch.  Photos can be quickly viewed much like a photo roll.  There is no delay waiting for each photo to download since the photos have been downloaded during the synchronize step.

Photos can be downloaded at higher resolutions to allow greater zooming-in on an image. Larger images are slower to flip from one to the next however.  Image EXIF data such as exposure and ISO can be displayed per image.

Photos can be automatically rotated to match the screen aspect ratio ensuring that they fill the screen to the fullest extent. Photos can also be zoomed to fill the screen so that there is no blank border area showing across the bottom or side of a photo.

The home page view can show a list of top level folders ( Categories ) or a list of all Galleries downloaded.

The app accesses a user's account on SmugMug.com which is a service.  Content is provided by the user in the form of photographs that the user stores on the site.  SyncPhoto does not have any ability to store photos on smugmug, it can only read/view/download photos from a users account.  That account is typically paid for by the user.  The cost of plans detailed on the smugmug site: https://www.smugmug.com/plans

Sync Photo is not affiliated with or endorsed by SmugMug, Inc.

## Key features

- Download SmugMug photos to iOS
- Local viewing of galleries
- High-resolution downloads
- EXIF data display
- Automatic photo rotation
- Zoom to fill screen

## Recent user reviews (10 of 43)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-photo-smugmug/id340225110/reviews.md

### 1/5 — log in and autorization didn‘t work

*2024-12-27, version 4.2*

the app is useless as the log in autorization didn’t work properly, the app is completely useless

### 1/5 — Nothing happens

*2024-06-11, version 4.1.3*

Login - but nothing happens.   Nothing at all.

### 5/5 — Works Great!

*2018-07-08, version 3.6.0*

Thanks for the update!

### 2/5 — Junk

*2017-03-08, version 3.3*

Very basic but I think it works. Not much different than simply downloading your pics . What the heck it free. I wouldn't pay a dime for this app.

### 1/5 — Simply doesn't work

*2016-10-04, version 3.3*

Login has been verified as successful, but no galleries are seen or synced.

### 3/5 — Paid confusion

*2014-12-19, version 3.1.3*

If you use Smug Mug a lot and need to show galleries of your work offsite on your iPhone or iPad this is an easy tool for downloading specific galleries.

Setup requires a SmugMug account and trusting this app with your credentials.  Interface forces you to login and setting sync setup.

Unclear if I can administer my account (like delete images) or just view images. I like the ability to specify quality (image size) in what I store locally.

I hope future versions work in making it a friendlier setup, add info or YouTube link on how to best use app.  

If you could let clients take a URL link and download images on their end I think you'd have a bigger market than just admin owners.

### 5/5 — Great update

*2014-11-09, version 3.1.3*

I loved this app already as it simply did what it was supposed to do. Now the sorting function was added and I am totally happy. The GUI might need a bit of an upgrade too but for me that is not a major issue. The app works great.

### 1/5 — Won’t Sync!

*2014-07-03, version 3.1.1*

I can’t get dang thing to sync. I put in smugmug login and it says successful but then never shows my galleries!! Very disappointing!

### 1/5 — Look elsewhere

*2014-04-10, version 3.1.1*

All the app needs todo is sync, unfortunately it totally fails. Interface is horrible and can't get app to do anything.

### 1/5 — Ever heard of a Graphic User Interface?

*2014-04-02, version 3.1.1*

Don't bother. GUI is aweful, basically text menus. Not thumbnails. Very cumbersome to navigate.

## Frequently asked questions about Sync Photo

### What does Sync Photo do?

Sync Photo downloads images from your SmugMug account to your iOS device, allowing you to view them locally. It efficiently synchronizes selected galleries for offline access, so you don't need an internet connection to view your photos.

### Can I download photos at high resolution?

Yes, photos can be downloaded at higher resolutions, enabling greater zooming-in capabilities. While larger images may take slightly longer to flip between, this feature ensures you can view your photos with maximum detail.

### Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements. However, it requires an existing SmugMug account, which typically involves a paid plan on the SmugMug service.

### What devices is Sync Photo compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices, including iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touches. It allows you to sync and view your SmugMug photos directly on these devices.

### How can I view my downloaded photos?

Once synchronized, photos can be viewed locally on your device much like a photo roll. The app offers features like automatic rotation to match screen aspect ratio and zooming to fill the screen, ensuring an optimal viewing experience without delay.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3 — 2025-04-18

- bug fixes
- update to a new protocol version when connecting to the SmugMug servers

### 4.2 — 2024-10-10

- bug fixes

### 4.1.4 — 2024-09-30

- fix problem when syncing photos on IOS 18

### 4.1.3 — 2022-07-20

- fix an intermittent problem where downloads would fail

### 4.1.2 — 2022-06-01

- fixed issue with gallery view not refreshing correctly

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