Stingle Photos
Encrypted photos with cloud backup. Simple and private, for those who want the basics.
Description
Stingle Photos encrypts your photos end-to-end with included cloud backup. The app is simple and lightweight, with no unnecessary features. Less complete than Ente or Immich (no face recognition or smart search), but encryption is solid. Open source, free. For those who just want a private photo backup without hassle.
Strengths
- End-to-end encrypted photo storage
- Simple and lightweight app
- Free plan available
- Open source code, verifiable by anyone
Limitations
- Fewer features than Google Photos or Ente
- Smaller community and slower development
Recommended for
- Users wanting basic encrypted photo backup
- Minimalists who need simple, private photo storage
Compared to alternatives
Stingle is the simplest for hassle-free encrypted photo backup. Ente offers better UX and more features. Immich is the most complete for self-hosting.