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Practical guides on wedding face search, travel group photo sharing, Camera FTP, and guest selfie galleries.

How to Compress Images for Email, Forms and Websites (Without Ruining Them)
Photography Tips

How to Compress Images for Email, Forms and Websites (Without Ruining Them)

Forms demand 100 KB, email bounces big attachments, heavy images slow pages. What actually makes a file large and the safest order of fixes.

Oct 29, 20264 min read
How to Resize Images for Instagram, Passport Photos and Print
Photography Tips

How to Resize Images for Instagram, Passport Photos and Print

A photo that looks fine on your phone can be rejected by a form or printed soft. The sizes to use for Instagram, ID photos and prints, and how pixels relate to print size.

Oct 28, 20264 min read
HEIC vs JPG: What Is the Difference and Which Should You Use?
Photography Tips

HEIC vs JPG: What Is the Difference and Which Should You Use?

iPhones save HEIC by default, but many sites and programs only accept JPG. The real differences, when each is better, and the quick way to convert.

Oct 27, 20263 min read
RAW Photo Files Explained: CR2, NEF, ARW, DNG and How to Convert to JPG
Photography Tips

RAW Photo Files Explained: CR2, NEF, ARW, DNG and How to Convert to JPG

RAW files hold the unprocessed sensor data, which is why most apps cannot open them. What the extensions mean and how to turn them into JPGs you can share.

Oct 26, 20264 min read
How to Import a Large Photo Shoot From Dropbox or Google Drive Into One Gallery
Guides

How to Import a Large Photo Shoot From Dropbox or Google Drive Into One Gallery

A shared folder with thousands of photos is a poor way to deliver an event. Here is how to import a Dropbox or Google Drive folder into one gallery, handle a very large shoot, and fix the common errors.

Oct 14, 20266 min read
What Is Photo Culling? How AI Culling Works for Event Photographers
Photography Tips

What Is Photo Culling? How AI Culling Works for Event Photographers

A wedding can produce 4,000 frames and a gallery of 600. What culling is, why it is slow, how AI culling works, and which decisions still need a photographer.

Oct 13, 20266 min read
The Wedding Photo Shot List: What to Include and How to Use It
Weddings

The Wedding Photo Shot List: What to Include and How to Use It

A shot list covers the 20 to 40 photos that would be a problem if missed. What to put on it, how to run the family groups, and a starter template you can copy.

Oct 12, 20265 min read
Face Detection vs Face Recognition: What's the Difference for Event Photos?
AI Technology

Face Detection vs Face Recognition: What's the Difference for Event Photos?

Detection finds the faces in a photo. Recognition decides whose they are. A plain-language guide to how both steps work in an event gallery, and what it means for accuracy and privacy.

Oct 10, 20266 min read
Pixeva Passport: Keep Every Event's Photos in One Place
Guides

Pixeva Passport: Keep Every Event's Photos in One Place

Event gallery links get lost in old WhatsApp threads. Passport keeps every selfie search you save in one place, signed in with an email magic link — without registering your face or scanning future events.

Sep 27, 20265 min read
Camera-to-Cloud FTP Tethering Guide: Instant Photo Delivery for Sony, Canon & Nikon
Guides

Camera-to-Cloud FTP Tethering Guide: Instant Photo Delivery for Sony, Canon & Nikon

Learn how professional event and wedding photographers use wireless FTP tethering to stream photos straight from their Sony, Canon, or Nikon camera directly into live cloud galleries and venue displays.

Aug 19, 20263 min read
How to Automatically Share Wedding Photos with Guests on WhatsApp (AI Delivery Guide)
Weddings

How to Automatically Share Wedding Photos with Guests on WhatsApp (AI Delivery Guide)

Discover how AI face recognition and automated WhatsApp delivery allow wedding couples and photographers to send personalized guest photos directly to their phones without manual sorting.

Aug 17, 20263 min read
Best Kwikpic Alternatives for Wedding Photographers & Event Hosts (2026 Comparison)
Weddings

Best Kwikpic Alternatives for Wedding Photographers & Event Hosts (2026 Comparison)

A deep dive comparing the top Kwikpic alternatives for wedding photographers and couples in 2026. Discover why zero-install browser galleries, camera FTP tethering, and automated live walls are replacing traditional photo sharing apps.

Aug 14, 20264 min read
Best Wedding Photo Sharing Apps in 2026: Ranked
Weddings

Best Wedding Photo Sharing Apps in 2026: Ranked

Pixeva, Google Photos, Sprout Studio, Momento — ranked by what actually matters: guest experience, face recognition, and photographer workflow.

Aug 1, 20264 min read
Pixeva vs Google Drive for Wedding & Event Photo Sharing
Guides

Pixeva vs Google Drive for Wedding & Event Photo Sharing

Google Drive dumps are easy to start and hard for guests to use. See how Pixeva’s face recognition galleries compare for weddings, trips, and events.

Jul 22, 20262 min read
How to Share Wedding Photos With All Your Guests (Without a Drive Folder)
Weddings

How to Share Wedding Photos With All Your Guests (Without a Drive Folder)

Stop sending Drive folder links that nobody uses. Here is how to share wedding photos with every guest so they actually find their photos in 30 seconds.

Jul 21, 20263 min read
Wedding Place Card Wording, Sizes & Etiquette (with a Free Template)
Weddings

Wedding Place Card Wording, Sizes & Etiquette (with a Free Template)

Create printable wedding and dinner place cards in minutes with Pixeva’s free place card maker—optional photo-upload QR on the back so guests can join your gallery from the table.

Jul 14, 20264 min read
Face Recognition Wedding Photos: Complete Guide (2026)
Weddings

Face Recognition Wedding Photos: Complete Guide (2026)

Face recognition for wedding photos lets guests take a selfie and find every ceremony and reception shot instantly. Complete 2026 guide for couples and photographers.

Jul 10, 20265 min read
How to Share Trip Photos With a Group: One Album, Everyone Uploads
Travel

How to Share Trip Photos With a Group: One Album, Everyone Uploads

Stop chasing trip photos across chats. Travel group photo sharing on Pixeva means one album, multi-phone uploads, and selfie search so everyone finds only their shots.

Jul 9, 20263 min read
Photo Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Weddings, Parties & Work
Events

Photo Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Weddings, Parties & Work

Build printable photo scavenger hunts for weddings, parties, and corporate icebreakers with Pixeva’s free online scavenger hunt maker—ready in minutes.

Jul 3, 20263 min read
Scaling Event Photography: Infrastructure That Handles Thousands
AI Technology

Scaling Event Photography: Infrastructure That Handles Thousands

Explore the technical architecture behind Pixeva, designed to handle massive event photo loads with AWS serverless precision, and global CDN distribution.

Jun 5, 20261 min read
Batch Photo Upload Best Practices for Event Photographers
Photography Tips

Batch Photo Upload Best Practices for Event Photographers

Learn how batch upload and optimized workflows help photographers save time and upload 1000+ photos efficiently without delays.

Jun 4, 20262 min read
Multiple Selfie Search for Better Accuracy
AI Technology

Multiple Selfie Search for Better Accuracy

Upload up to 3 selfies from different angles and Pixeva merges them for smarter face matching—so guests find more of their photos across large event galleries.

May 24, 20266 min read
Branding Your Event Photos: Watermarks & Logos
Photography Tips

Branding Your Event Photos: Watermarks & Logos

Add your studio logo and text to every event photo in your Pixeva gallery—choose position, opacity, and size, then enable branding per event for a professional, on-brand delivery.

May 23, 20267 min read
AI-Generated Photo Captions for Social Media
AI Technology

AI-Generated Photo Captions for Social Media

Guests find their event photos, then get AI-written captions tuned for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and morepick a mood, copy, and post in seconds.

May 21, 20267 min read
Google Drive Integration for Event Photographers
Photography Tips

Google Drive Integration for Event Photographers

Connect Google Drive once and keep event photos backed up and organized—automatic uploads, folder structure, team sharing, and a safer workflow for photographers and studios.

May 20, 20265 min read
Using WhatsApp to Share Event Photos with Guests
Event Management

Using WhatsApp to Share Event Photos with Guests

Let guests find event photos in WhatsApp—send your event code, share a selfie, get a gallery link. No app install, no login maze. Perfect for mobile-first and international guests.

May 18, 20265 min read
Face Clustering Technology: How AI Groups Similar Faces
AI Technology

Face Clustering Technology: How AI Groups Similar Faces

Learn how AI face clustering groups the same person across hundreds of event photos automatically—how it works, who benefits, accuracy limits, and privacy basics for photographers and organizers.

May 17, 20265 min read
Creating Professional Photo Slideshows for Events
Photography Tips

Creating Professional Photo Slideshows for Events

Turn your event gallery into a cinematic slideshow: fullscreen viewing, simple controls, and practical tips for weddings, receptions, and corporate recaps on the big screen.

May 16, 20265 min read
How to Track Event Attendees with Photo Analytics
Event Management

How to Track Event Attendees with Photo Analytics

Learn how to combine optional guest registration, gallery engagement data, and CSV exports so you know who attended, who engaged with photos, and how to follow up—without turning your gallery into a spreadsheet nightmare.

May 15, 20265 min read
Complete Guide to Conference Photography Management
Event Management

Complete Guide to Conference Photography Management

Run conference photos like a product: one gallery, clear guest access, multi‑photographer uploads, post‑event analytics, and marketing‑ready delivery—without drowning in links, drives, and last‑minute Slack requests.

May 14, 20265 min read
10 Ways Pixeva Makes Wedding Photography Better
Wedding Photography

10 Ways Pixeva Makes Wedding Photography Better

From QR guest access and selfie search to smart albums and analytics—10 practical ways Pixeva helps wedding photographers deliver faster, reduce admin, and give couples and guests a premium gallery experience.

May 13, 20264 min read
GDPR for Event Photos: Consent, Face Recognition and Retention
AI Technology

GDPR for Event Photos: Consent, Face Recognition and Retention

What GDPR means for wedding and event photos, why biometric face data is sensitive, and how to protect guests with consent, retention, and clear rights—without drowning in legal jargon.

May 12, 20267 min read
Event Analytics: What Your Photo Engagement Data Reveals
Event Management

Event Analytics: What Your Photo Engagement Data Reveals

See what guests actually do in your gallery—views, downloads, searches, and more—and turn that data into better events, smarter delivery, and stronger marketing follow‑up.

May 11, 20265 min read
How to Share Wedding Photos with Guests Using QR Codes
Wedding Photography

How to Share Wedding Photos with Guests Using QR Codes

Learn how to share wedding photos with guests using QR codes—where to place them, how guests access photos in seconds, and best practices for a smooth wedding gallery experience.

May 8, 20265 min read
Collaborative Event Photography: Multiple Photographers, One Gallery
Event Management

Collaborative Event Photography: Multiple Photographers, One Gallery

Stop juggling Dropbox links and camera rolls. Run one Pixeva event gallery where multiple photographers and contributors upload — so guests get every angle in one place.

May 7, 20264 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Bulk Photo Downloads
Photography Tips

The Ultimate Guide to Bulk Photo Downloads

Download hundreds of event photos in one go—ZIP bundles, faster delivery, fewer support emails. Learn how bulk downloads work, best practices for guests and organizers, and how to avoid common mistakes.

May 6, 20264 min read
Emotion Detection in Event Photography: How AI Reads Facial Expressions
AI Technology

Emotion Detection in Event Photography: How AI Reads Facial Expressions

Learn how AI detects emotions in photos—happy, surprised, calm, and excited. Filter event galleries by feeling and find the most meaningful moments instantly.

May 5, 20265 min read
AI Smart Albums: Automatically Organize Your Event Photos Like Magic
Photography

AI Smart Albums: Automatically Organize Your Event Photos Like Magic

Automatically organize thousands of event photos into smart categories like best moments, candid shots, and group photos using AI.

May 4, 20262 min read
How to Search Event Photos Using Natural Language AI (2026 Guide)
Technology

How to Search Event Photos Using Natural Language AI (2026 Guide)

Search event photos by describing what you want — like "everyone laughing" or "group sunset photo". Learn how AI semantic search works and how to get better results.

May 3, 20265 min read
The Complete Guide to AI Face Recognition for Events
AI Technology

The Complete Guide to AI Face Recognition for Events

Discover how AI face recognition helps guests find themselves in event photos instantly. Complete guide with examples, benefits, and how-to steps.

May 2, 202612 min read
Upload Event Photos From WhatsApp — No App Needed
Product Update

Upload Event Photos From WhatsApp — No App Needed

Event managers can now upload photos, check live stats, and manage their entire event — all from a WhatsApp chat. No app, no dashboard, just send a message.

May 1, 20262 min read
Multi-Photographer Events, Zero Chaos
Features

Multi-Photographer Events, Zero Chaos

Run a wedding with two shooters, a conference with five photographers, or a corporate event with a full photo team — Pixeva merges every gallery automatically. One QR code. One unified search. Zero coordination headaches.

Apr 22, 20262 min read
Find Photos with Words: The Magic of AI-Powered Photo Search
Features

Find Photos with Words: The Magic of AI-Powered Photo Search

Discover how Pixeva's AI understands natural language to help you find the exact photos you're looking for — just describe the moment and watch it appear.

Mar 23, 20263 min read
Introducing Google Drive Sync: Import Thousands of Photos in Minutes
Features

Introducing Google Drive Sync: Import Thousands of Photos in Minutes

Link any Google Drive folder to your event and import photos directly. Smart delta sync only imports new files, duplicates are automatically skipped.

Mar 20, 20263 min read
Transform Any Image Into Any World: Introducing AI Magic Pro
Features

Transform Any Image Into Any World: Introducing AI Magic Pro

Discover Pixeva's new AI Magic Pro. Transform your photos into anything you can imagine using simple text prompts, from quick wardrobe changes to epic new worlds.

Mar 15, 20262 min read
Declutter Your Camera Roll with Pixeva's Smart Duplicate Detection
Features

Declutter Your Camera Roll with Pixeva's Smart Duplicate Detection

Free up space on your phone in seconds! Learn how Pixeva’s Smart Duplicate Detection finds and removes identical photos with just one click.

Mar 13, 20262 min read

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