Ente Photos is a free, open-source photo and video management application designed for private, end-to-end encrypted cloud storage. Its desktop edition allows users to back up, browse, organize, and retrieve personal media collections. Photos and videos are encrypted before uploading, preventing the service from accessing their contents. Automatic synchronization keeps libraries accessible across desktop, mobile, and web applications. Users can create albums, share collections through secure links, and collaborate with family members. On-device AI features support face recognition and natural language photo searching without exposing personal media. Additional tools include memories, hidden photos, metadata preservation, and library export. The desktop application receives automatic updates.
Features
- End-to-end encrypted photo and video backup with cross-device synchronization
- Automatic desktop media uploads with original quality and metadata preservation
- Private photo organization with customizable albums, memories, and hidden collections
- On-device face recognition and natural language photo searching
- Secure album sharing through public links and collaborative family collections
- Cross-platform desktop access with automated software updates and library export tools