The author explores alternatives to mainstream photo apps, seeking privacy and control. They try PhotoPrism, LibrePhotos, Immich, and Ente Photos, ultimately favoring Ente for its ease, privacy, and low maintenance.
  • kindred@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    4 months ago

    Tl;dr:

    • PhotoPrism: Local AI with strong privacy but heavier setup.
    • LibrePhotos: Same, but less polished, more community-built.
    • Immich: Best self-hosted Google Photos alternative.
    • Ente Photos: E2E encrypted, low-maintenance, most “plug and play”