Portfolio Creation

How to Make a Gallery Website from Google Photos: A Step-by-Step Guide

Set up your MyPhotos website: sign in, import photos, customize galleries, and share easily.
November 17, 2024
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1. Visit the MyPhotos.Site Website

  • Navigate to myphotos.site.
  • Click the blue button labeled “Start now."

2. Sign In with Google

  • Sign in using your Google account that holds your photos.
  • Complete the sign-in process and grant necessary permissions. Note: You retain full control over which photos MyPhotos can access; the platform only views or imports the photos you choose.

3. Choose Your Website Name

  • Enter a name for your site, which will be part of your website's domain (e.g., yourname.myphotos.site).
  • Click “Create Site.”

4. Explore the Editor Interface

  • Familiarize yourself with the top navigation controls for editing and customization.
  • You can modify text, add links, and adjust the presentation settings for your images.

5. Import Images

  • Click “Import Images.”
  • Select photos from your Google Photos account using the integrated import feature.
  • Use filters and search functions to find specific albums, favorites, or tagged photos.
  • Once photos are selected, click “Done” and return to the MyPhotos editor.
  • Monitor the upload progress in the displayed pop-up.
  • Your gallery will automatically update with the selected photos.

6. Create and Manage Albums

  • Go to “Manage Albums” and click “Create New Album.”
  • Name your album (e.g., “Beach”), add a description, and choose a cover image.
  • Repeat the process to create additional albums.
  • Please note: Multiple albums are only possible with Basic and Pro accounts.

7. Set Up Your Gallery

  • Edit the website's heading and description by clicking the “Edit” buttons.
  • Set sorting preferences (e.g., from newest to oldest) and choose the number of image columns in the gallery display.
  • Enable and set links for the email, website and share buttons if needed.

8. Assign Photos to Albums

  • Return to “Manage Images,” select photos, and assign them to relevant albums.
  • Use filters to view unassigned images, ensuring photos are allocated correctly.

9. Preview and Share

  • Navigate to your website's domain to see the final presentation.
  • Copy the link to your gallery website and share it with friends, family, or your community via email, messaging apps, or social media to showcase your photos.
  • Visitors can click on images for full-resolution views or scroll through your curated gallery.

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