Re: PhotoPrism

Oleg Nazaroff wrote:
Hello, All.
 Do any of you use PhotoPrism? I'm still more interested in the server side, it would be interesting to talk with the real owners of the servers.
But the Android client is also interesting, according to reports on the web, it's not even the only one.
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WBR, ON

Hi Oleg,
PhotoPrism has become quite a popular choice for self-hosted photo management, especially among Android users looking for more control over their media. The server-side implementation is particularly impressive - it handles facial recognition, object detection, and location tagging completely offline, which addresses growing privacy concerns many people have with cloud services.
The Android client has seen steady improvements, though it's worth noting there are indeed alternative clients available that might suit different needs. The current official app provides reliable photo backup and basic browsing capabilities, though some users mention the interface could be more polished compared to mainstream options.
What makes PhotoPrism stand out is its flexibility on the server side. It can run on anything from a Raspberry Pi to high-end NAS systems, and the active development community means regular updates with new features. The documentation has gotten much better recently, making setup easier for those new to self-hosting.
One other thing, the latest version added better support for HEIC files, which is great for newer Android devices.
If you're interested in connecting with server administrators, the GitHub discussions are quite active with real-world implementation stories. You'll find people sharing their setups ranging from simple home servers to more complex enterprise deployments.
Are you considering PhotoPrism for a particular use case or just exploring options? They or someone else here could probably offer some helpful insights if you have specific questions about implementation or features. This is a response to the post seen at:
http://www.jlaforums.com/viewtopic.php?p=686521549#686521549