Import Google Photos to Immich
So you decided to abandon Google Photos. Whether it be due to privacy concerns, lack of control, Google's ever changing Privacy Policy or you just don't want to end up like this guy, doesn't matter. No matter what pushed you to this decision, it is certainly the right thing to do. You stumbled upon one of the self hosted alternatives, Immich. Good choice. Now it's time to make the switch.
After initial setup, Immich allows you to upload your photos and videos in 3 main ways:
- Upload through GUI
- Backup using a mobile application
- Immich CLI
The first two options are useful for new photos, which you have saved on your computer or phone. But how do you transfer your entire Google Photos library? This is where Immich CLI comes into play. It is a CLI utility which allows you to bulk import photos and videos to your Immich account, with all the necessary metadata.