SmugMug
by SmugMug
Photo hosting, portfolio, and print sales platform with unlimited storage
SmugMug's killer feature is unlimited storage. Upload every image from every shoot — RAW, full-res JPEG, doesn't matter — no cap. That alone makes it worth considering for photographers drowning in storage costs. Portfolio templates feel a generation behind Squarespace and Format, and the interface has a learning curve, but the print integration is solid and privacy controls are the best in the business. If storage and print sales matter more than trendy design, SmugMug delivers.
Our Take
Pros
- ✓Unlimited photo storage — no cap regardless of terabytes
- ✓Integrated print sales with lab fulfilment
- ✓Strong privacy controls — passwords, watermarks, right-click block
- ✓Stable and reliable — been around forever
- ✓Excellent for school and sports photography
Cons
- ✗Portfolio templates feel dated vs Format and Squarespace
- ✗Interface has a learning curve
- ✗Print margins can be thin
- ✗No CRM, contracts, or invoicing
Verdict: Hard to beat for unlimited storage and print sales. Portfolio design is a generation behind, but unlimited hosting and print integration keep it relevant.
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