SmugMug
SmugMug: A full-resolution photo hub with strong galleries and built-in sales tools. Ranked #6 of 70 in Photo Storage Services by our editors (8.6/10); pricing: 14-day trial; best for photographers selling prints and downloads.
At a glance
- Editor score8.6 / 10
- Pricing14-day trial
- Best forPhotographers selling prints and downloads
- Free planNo
- Paid from$20/mo
- Original-quality storageYes
- Founded2002 · Mountain View, California, United States
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Unlimited full-resolution JPEG storage with automatic uploads
- Privacy controls, galleries, folders, and password protection
- Print and digital sales tools with fulfillment options
Where it doesn't
- No permanent free plan
- Listed prices are monthly equivalents billed annually
- RAW storage requires the Source add-on
Our verdict on SmugMug
SmugMug combines online photo storage, organization, sharing, delivery, and sales tools for photographers, families, hobbyists, and photography businesses. Its core offering includes unlimited full-resolution JPEG storage, automatic uploads from desktop and mobile apps, folders and galleries, privacy controls, unlisted galleries, password protection, video storage and playback, and professional website features. It is particularly well suited to photographers who want to present work publicly, deliver files privately, or sell prints and digital downloads from one service.
The published plans show a sales-focused progression. Direct costs $20 per month when billed annually and includes unlimited storage, privacy controls, digital delivery, Lightroom integration, and 24/7 live support. Portfolio costs $23.50 per month billed annually and adds print and digital download sales, professional website templates, watermark and theft protection, and customer order fulfillment. Pro costs $37 per month billed annually and adds custom pricelists, coupons and packages, client favoriting, and download limits. Enterprise is a tailor-made option for studios, teams, and institutions. A 14-day trial is available, but there is no permanent free plan.
SmugMug fits photographers who need more than basic backup, especially those building galleries, using custom domains, or selling photography products. Lightroom integration supports an established editing workflow, while Flickr and Dropbox are also listed integrations. The service is available on web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Its main boundary is the separation between JPEG storage and RAW storage: RAW files require the Source add-on. Choose SmugMug if presentation, privacy, delivery, and client sales matter together; choose another service if a free plan or included RAW storage is central to your requirements.
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SmugMug fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $20/mo |
| Free storage | Not verified |
| Original-quality storage | Yes |
| Face search | Not verified |
| Shared albums | Yes |
| Family sharing | Not verified |
| Desktop app | Yes |
| Video backup | Yes |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Email, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Adobe Lightroom, Flickr, Dropbox See all → |
| Pricing | 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | smugmug.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
SmugMug integrations
SmugMug lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Adobe Lightroom
- Flickr
- Dropbox
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Alternatives to SmugMug
- Google PhotosAn easy photo backup service with broad search, editing, sharing, and device coverage.9.4
- Apple PhotosA capable photo library for Apple households, with affordable entry pricing and limited free storage.9.2
- Amazon PhotosA capable photo backup and sharing service, especially for Prime members.9.0
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