MyPhotoShare vs Photoview
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted photo management options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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MyPhotoShare
Static web photo gallery generator from a folder of media
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Photoview
Simple photo gallery for personal servers
| Feature | MyPhotoShare | Photoview |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15 | ★ 6,496 |
| First released | 2014 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Google Photos, Flickr | Google Photos |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is MyPhotoShare or Photoview better?
Photoview is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider MyPhotoShare if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are MyPhotoShare and Photoview free and open-source?
Yes. MyPhotoShare is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Photoview under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run MyPhotoShare and Photoview with Docker?
MyPhotoShare: check the project docs for container support. Photoview: yes.