Photoview

Self-Hosted

Open-source photo gallery with AI-powered features and self-hosting support

Overview

Photoview is a self-hosted photo gallery that lets you organize, view, and share images/videos with modern AI features. It syncs with local/network folders, using AI for face recognition, object detection, and geotagging to categorize content automatically. Deploy via Docker Compose for simplicity, with a responsive UI for mobile/desktop, password-protected albums, and EXIF metadata display. Ideal for users prioritizing data ownership and privacy without sacrificing gallery functionality.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  photoview:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: photoview
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

AI-driven face & object recognition
Docker-based easy deployment
Real-time folder synchronization
Password-protected shared albums

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Photoview hard to install?

Photoview uses Docker Compose for easy deployment. With Docker installed, download the compose file from GitHub, adjust storage paths, and run the setup command—even users with basic Docker skills can get it running quickly.

? Is it a good alternative to Google Photos?

Yes! It offers AI face recognition, album sharing, and responsive UI like Google Photos, but with full data ownership. It lacks auto-mobile backup but is perfect for privacy-focused users.

? Is Photoview completely free?

Photoview is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License—all features are available without hidden fees or subscriptions.

Top Alternatives

Google Photos Compare

iCloud Photos Search Google

Amazon Photos Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Photo Galleries

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data privacy (self-hosted)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance

Cons

⊖ Requires basic Docker knowledge for setup
⊖ AI features need additional system resources
⊖ Limited mobile auto-backup compared to SaaS tools