When sharing event photos, security matters just as much as convenience. Here are 7 essential items to check when choosing a photo sharing service to prevent your precious memories from being leaked or exposed unintentionally.
Automatic GPS Location Removal
Photos taken with smartphones contain GPS coordinates (EXIF data) recording the shooting location. If this information is made public, there's a risk of your home or workplace address being identified. Check whether the photo sharing service automatically removes GPS data on upload.
Password Protection
Access limited to people who know the URL is a basic requirement, but a service that also allows password protection provides additional security. Password protection is especially important when sharing photos of children or workplace photos.
Expiration Date and Auto-Deletion
Photos remaining on the internet permanently is a risk. By choosing a service with an expiration date that automatically deletes photos afterward, you eliminate worries about old photos lingering online.
HTTPS Encrypted Communication
Verify that photo uploads and downloads use HTTPS (SSL/TLS) encryption. Without HTTPS, photo data could be intercepted during transmission. A lock icon in the browser address bar indicates HTTPS is active.
Minimal Account Information
Be cautious of services that require email addresses, phone numbers, or real names just to share photos. Services that require minimal personal information, or better yet, no account registration at all, are superior from a privacy standpoint.
Server Location and Data Handling
Check the privacy policy for where photo data is stored and whether it's shared with third parties. Services using domestic servers and those that explicitly state they don't repurpose your data provide greater peace of mind.
Admin Permission Settings
It's also important whether album creators can manage photo deletions and setting changes. Having the ability for admins to promptly delete inappropriate photos provides an additional layer of security.
PicTomo's Security Measures
PicTomo addresses all of these checklist items: automatic GPS removal, password protection, auto-deletion with expiration dates, HTTPS encryption, no account registration required, and admin photo deletion capabilities. Share your event photos with confidence.