Photos Backup Anywhere

Spec sheet

What it does

The app backs up and restores an Apple Photos library to storage locations chosen by the user.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Privacy

The privacy policy says the app collects no information, requires no registration, and shares no data with third parties.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Support

The maker's site links to a Contact Support option.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

App size and language

The listing reports a 4 MB size and English language support.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Automatic background backup

After setup, the app automatically backs up new photos and videos in the background.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Automatic backups

When a backup is running, the app scans the library every hour for new or changed items.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Backup deletion options

Deleted library items can be ignored, moved to a Deleted Items folder, or deleted from the backup; the delete option is not reversible.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Backup format

Files retain original formats and filenames and are arranged in YYYY/MM/DD directories.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Deletion handling

Deleted items can be ignored, moved to a Deleted Items folder, or deleted from the backup; deletion is irreversible when the delete option is used.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Developer and API availability

The official home, FAQ, privacy, and changelog pages reviewed do not describe a public API, SDK, self-hosting option, or software licence.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Developer model

The developer describes the product as an indie Mac app and says he is a solo developer.Read 21 Oct 2026 · forums.macrumors.com

Device limitation

A backup can be moved to another folder, external drive, or network location, but continuing backups must run on the same Mac that created it.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

External and NAS storage

Backups can be stored on Mac-connected volumes, external drives, or NAS and other network storage.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Family Sharing

Up to six family members can use the app through Apple Family Sharing.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Format and organization

Photos and videos are saved in their original formats with original filenames in YYYY/MM/DD directories.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

iCloud integration

iCloud Photos libraries are supported, including libraries using Optimize Mac Storage.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

iCloud support

It supports iCloud Photos and can download items missing locally when Optimize Mac Storage is enabled.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Incremental and resumable

Large-library backups are incremental and resumable, so a complete run does not have to finish in one session.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Large libraries

The FAQ says the app is designed for libraries of 2TB or more.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Limit: activity logs

A reviewer requests detailed logs showing files added, moved, or otherwise processed.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Limit: reported hidden-item issue

MacRumors users reported that Hidden photos did not appear in their backups despite expectations that hidden content would sync.Read 21 Oct 2026 · forums.macrumors.com

Limit: reported incomplete backup

A MacRumors user reported version 2.2.0 showing Completed after backing up only about half of a library and then testing a beta build.Read 21 Oct 2026 · forums.macrumors.com

Limit: scheduling controls

A reviewer requests configurable backup times and conditions such as Ethernet or a particular Wi-Fi network.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Maker identity

The app and privacy policy identify Benjamin Neil Gerdemann as the developer or service provider.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Media coverage

Supported media includes photos, videos, Live Photos, portraits, panoramas, time-lapse, slo-mo, cinematic, burst, and animated items.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Media types

Supported media include photos, videos, Live Photos, portraits, panoramas, time-lapse, slo-mo, cinematic, burst, and animated items.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Menu-bar status

Version 1.2 added a menu-bar icon showing backup status.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Metadata

Backups preserve non-destructive edits, albums, locations, capture dates and times, and favorites.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Metadata limits

Smart Albums, Memories, titles, captions, keywords, People, Hidden Items, and Shared Albums are not supported metadata.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Multiple destinations

Users can change the destination to create or resume backups in different locations.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

NAS auto-mount

Network volumes such as NAS shares can be mounted automatically at startup.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Notable news: release

O’Grady’s PowerPage reported on January 13, 2026 that Benjamin Neil Gerdemann released the utility for $9.99 and macOS 15.1 or later.Read 21 Oct 2026 · powerpage.org

Optimize Storage behavior

When originals are missing locally, the app downloads them from iCloud during backup.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Photo library backup

Backs up an entire Apple Photos library to a chosen storage location, including an external drive or NAS.Read 9 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Praise: performance

A reviewer reports very fast incremental backups, proper Optimize Storage handling, and useful deletion choices.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Praise: simplicity and price

App Store reviewers praise the app as simple, inexpensive, and useful for backing up iCloud Photos to a drive or NAS with a one-time purchase.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Preserved metadata

Backups preserve non-destructive edits, albums, locations, capture dates, and favorites.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Rating on Apple App Store

No rating overview is displayed because the listing says it has not received enough ratings or reviews.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Restore

Backups can be restored directly into a Photos library while retaining supported edits and metadata.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Scan interval

While a backup is running, the app scans the library hourly for new or changed items.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Security statement

The maker says that because the app collects no information, it presents no risk of unauthorized access to collected data.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Shared libraries

Shared and personal Photos libraries are backed up together.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Single-Mac binding

A backup cannot be shared concurrently by different Macs because it is tied to the originating Mac library identifier.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

System library restriction

The app works with the System Photo Library rather than arbitrary simultaneous libraries.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

System requirement

The Mac App Store listing requires macOS 15.1 or later.Read 21 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Unsupported metadata

Smart Albums, Memories, titles, captions, keywords, People, Hidden Items, and Shared Albums are listed as unsupported metadata.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Verification

The App Store listing describes a Verify feature that compares backups against the photo library, detects discrepancies, and repairs them.Read 9 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

Verification feature

The app continuously verifies backup integrity and repairs detected problems.Read 21 Oct 2026 · photosbackup.app

Plans and prices

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