Privcloud – Local photo server with one-command setup and no cloud storage

Summary: Privcloud runs a full photo server locally with face recognition, smart search, duplicate detection, and albums. It includes a Google Photos migration tool that repairs broken metadata exports. Phone apps back up photos over WiFi, and all data stays on your own drive without cloud involvement.

What it does

Privcloud installs and manages a local photo server via a simple CLI wrapping Immich. It supports automatic phone backups, browsing through a web UI, and fixes Google Photos metadata issues before upload.

Who it's for

Users seeking local photo storage and management without relying on cloud services, especially those migrating from Google Photos or iCloud.

Why it matters

It eliminates cloud dependency and resolves metadata export problems from major providers, keeping photos fully under user control.