# 📸 PicPeak - Open Source Photo Sharing for Events
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**PicPeak** is a powerful, self-hosted open-source alternative to commercial photo-sharing platforms like PicDrop.com and Scrapbook.de. Designed specifically for photographers and event organizers, PicPeak makes it simple to share beautiful, time-limited photo galleries with clients while maintaining full control over your data and branding.
## 🌟 Why Choose PicPeak?
Unlike expensive SaaS solutions, PicPeak gives you:
- **💰 No Monthly Fees** - One-time setup, unlimited galleries
- **🔒 Complete Data Control** - Your photos stay on your server
- **🎨 White-Label Ready** - Full branding customization
- **📱 Mobile-First Design** - Beautiful on all devices
- **🚀 Lightning Fast** - Optimized performance and caching
- **🌍 Multi-Language** - Built-in i18n support (EN, DE)
## ✨ Key Features
### For Photographers
- 📁 **Drag & Drop Upload** - Simply drop photos into folders
- ⏰ **Auto-Expiring Galleries** - Set expiration dates (default: 30 days)
- 🔐 **Password Protection** - Secure client galleries
- 📧 **Automated Emails** - Creation confirmations and expiration warnings
- 📊 **Analytics Dashboard** - Track views, downloads, and engagement
- 🎨 **Custom Themes** - Match your brand perfectly
### For Clients
- 🖼️ **Beautiful Galleries** - Clean, modern interface
- 📱 **Mobile Optimized** - Swipe through photos on any device
- ⬇️ **Bulk Downloads** - Download all photos with one click
- 🔍 **Smart Search** - Find photos quickly
- 📤 **Guest Uploads** - Optional client photo uploads
### Technical Excellence
- 🐳 **Docker Ready** - Deploy in minutes
- 🔄 **Auto-Processing** - Automatic thumbnail generation
- 💾 **Smart Storage** - Automatic archiving of expired galleries
- 🛡️ **Security First** - JWT auth, rate limiting, CORS protection
- 📈 **Scalable** - From small studios to large agencies
## 🚀 Quick Start
Get PicPeak running in under 5 minutes:
```bash
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/the-luap/picpeak.git
cd picpeak
# Copy environment template
cp .env.example .env
# Edit configuration (required: JWT_SECRET)
nano .env
# Start with Docker Compose
docker-compose up -d
# Access at http://localhost:3005
```
## 📖 Documentation
- 📘 [**Deployment Guide**](DEPLOYMENT.md) - Detailed installation instructions
- 🤝 [**Contributing**](CONTRIBUTING.md) - How to contribute
- 📜 [**License**](LICENSE) - MIT License
- 🔒 [**Security**](SECURITY.md) - Security policies
- 📋 [**Code of Conduct**](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md) - Community guidelines
## 🎯 Use Cases
Perfect for:
- 💒 **Wedding Photographers** - Share ceremony photos securely
- 🎂 **Event Photography** - Birthday parties, corporate events
- 📸 **Portrait Studios** - Client galleries with download limits
- 🏢 **Corporate Events** - Internal photo sharing with branding
- 🎓 **School Photography** - Secure parent access with expiration
## 🏗️ Tech Stack
- **Backend**: Node.js, Express, SQLite/PostgreSQL
- **Frontend**: React, Tailwind CSS, Framer Motion
- **Storage**: File-based with automatic archiving
- **Email**: SMTP with customizable templates
- **Analytics**: Privacy-focused with Umami integration
## 🤝 Contributing
We love contributions! PicPeak is built by photographers, for photographers. Whether you're fixing bugs, adding features, or improving documentation, your help is welcome.
See our [Contributing Guide](CONTRIBUTING.md) for details.
## 📊 Comparison with Alternatives
| Feature | PicPeak | PicDrop | Scrapbook.de |
|---------|---------|---------|--------------|
| Self-Hosted | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Custom Branding | ✅ Full | Limited | Limited |
| Monthly Cost | $0 | $29-199 | €19-99 |
| Storage Limit | Unlimited* | 50-500GB | 100-1000GB |
| Client Uploads | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| API Access | ✅ | Paid | ❌ |
| Open Source | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
*Limited only by your server storage
## 🛡️ Security
PicPeak takes security seriously:
- 🔐 Password hashing with bcrypt
- 🎫 JWT-based authentication
- 🚦 Rate limiting on all endpoints
- 🛡️ CORS protection
- 📝 Activity logging
- 🔒 Secure file access
Found a security issue? Please email security@example.com
## 📸 Screenshots
### 🎛️ **Admin Dashboard**
Get a complete overview of your photo galleries, analytics, and system status.
### 📊 **Analytics & Insights**
Track gallery performance, view statistics, and monitor user engagement.
### 📁 **Event Management**
Organize and manage your photo galleries with intuitive event management tools.
### ✨ **Key Interface Highlights**
👆 Click to see more interface details
#### What makes PicPeak's interface special:
- **🎨 Clean Design**: Modern, photographer-friendly interface
- **📱 Responsive**: Perfect on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- **⚡ Fast Loading**: Optimized for quick photo browsing
- **🔒 Secure Access**: Password-protected galleries with expiration
- **📤 Easy Uploads**: Drag & drop functionality for effortless photo management
- **🎯 Client-Focused**: Intuitive gallery experience for your clients
## 🙏 Acknowledgments
PicPeak is inspired by the best features of commercial platforms while remaining completely open source. Special thanks to all contributors who make this project possible.
## 📄 License
PicPeak is released under the [MIT License](LICENSE). Use it freely for personal or commercial projects.
## 🚀 Ready to Get Started?
1. ⭐ **Star this repository** to show your support
2. 📖 Read the [Deployment Guide](DEPLOYMENT.md)
3. 🐛 Report issues or request features
4. 🤝 Join our community and contribute!
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