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Immich is a Google Photos sync service you can install at home.
Immich does require the use of Docker.
You can install and use Immich for free.
Over the past few years, I've made it my goal to break away from my Google dependency. It's been a slow and steady slog, but I'm finding there are plenty of alternatives available... it's just a matter of installing them and making them work.
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I've tried several options for Google Photos (such as Nextcloud, which actually worked pretty well), but recently came across an app called Immich. It's a self-hosted video and app management tool that makes it possible to back up, organize, and manage your photos on your own server. With Immich, you can browse, search, and organize photos and videos without worrying about privacy.
Although installing Immich isn't exactly a point-and-click affair, if you believe you can copy and paste a few commands, you should be good to go.
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