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MediaAlternative to Apple PhotosAlternative to FlickrAlternative to Google Photos

PiGallery 2

Directory-first photo gallery server designed specifically for Raspberry Pi.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars3.2k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Fast IndexingDirectory FirstRaspberry PiMediaTypescriptPhoto Gallery
Overview

Why consider PiGallery 2?

PiGallery 2 is an open-source, directory-first photo gallery server optimized for low-power hardware. It indexes existing folder structures on the fly without duplicating files into databases.

Guided learning

Learn PiGallery 2 by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of PiGallery 2

PiGallery 2 provides lightweight progressive thumbnail caching, map views, and keyword search across massive read-only network shares.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name pigallery2 \
3 -p 80:80 \
4 -v $(pwd)/images:/app/data/images:ro \
5 bpatrik/pigallery2:latest

PiGallery 2 is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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PiGallery 2 FAQs

PiGallery 2 is listed as a Media tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

PiGallery 2 is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

PiGallery 2 is listed as an alternative to Apple Photos. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.