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Choose a manageable shoot
Use a portrait, family, small event, or commercial assignment that fits comfortably within current Free limits.
Start a client gallery for free
Free Online Gallery for Photographers: Test a Real Client Workflow
Start a free online gallery for photographers and test client viewing, favorites, comments, and delivery with current Free plan limits.
- Start at €0 with current Free limits
- Test one real client assignment
- Upgrade only when the workflow proves useful
Quick answer
A free online gallery for photographers is most useful when it lets you test a real client workflow instead of only browsing a demo. With GalleryDock's current Free plan, you can start at €0, use 1 GB of storage, and keep up to three galleries visible while evaluating presentation, favorites, image-specific comments, and delivery. Those current limits are part of the decision: this page does not promise unlimited free storage, unlimited visible galleries, or every paid feature forever. Check the live pricing and product terms before relying on a specific limit.
Free-plan test
Use a real assignment, not an abstract feature tour
A representative gallery reveals whether the workflow fits the photographer and client.
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Upload a curated set
Test the experience with client-ready proofs or finals rather than an unedited camera roll.
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Configure only needed actions
Enable favorites, comments, or downloads according to the actual stage of the assignment.
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Open the client view
Review the gallery on desktop and mobile before sending it to a real recipient.
Workflow evidence
Measure whether the free gallery saves work
The useful question is not only whether the software opens, but whether the handoff becomes clearer.
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Test favorites
See whether the client can choose exact photographs without screenshots or manual filename lists.
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Test image comments
Confirm that retouching and approval notes remain useful when they reach the photographer.
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Test final access
Verify that the client understands which files are final and downloadable.
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Record friction
Note any repeated explanation, setting, or handoff step before choosing a paid plan.
Growth decision
Upgrade because the workflow needs it
Free is an entry point with defined limits, not an unlimited promise.
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Track current storage
Compare the 1 GB Free allowance with the typical size and duration of client projects.
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Track visible galleries
The current Free plan allows up to three visible galleries, so plan when older projects should close or the account should grow.
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Review current pricing
Confirm live plan details before making a long-term operational decision.
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Preserve independent backups
Keep original files and archives outside the client gallery at every plan level.
Comparison
Free ways to share photography
Compare what each free starting point actually helps you test.
| Approach | Best for | Tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| A few small final images | No gallery experience | |
| Free cloud folder | Basic file access | Weak proofing and presentation |
| Free transfer link | One temporary package | No favorites or image feedback |
| Social platform | Public promotion | Not private client delivery |
| GalleryDock Free | €0 client-gallery evaluation with current 1 GB and three-visible-gallery limits | Defined limits; not an unlimited full plan |
First paid portrait job
Test a professional gallery handoff before adopting it across every client.
Small family session
Evaluate private viewing, favorite selection, and final access with a manageable image set.
Workflow comparison
Run one representative project through the current process and GalleryDock before deciding.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about this workflow
Can photographers use GalleryDock for free?
Yes. The current Free plan starts at €0, includes 1 GB of storage, and allows up to three visible galleries.
Is GalleryDock free forever with unlimited galleries?
No. Do not interpret the Free plan as unlimited storage, unlimited visible galleries, or every paid feature without limits.
What should I test in a free gallery?
Test mobile viewing, favorites, image comments, final downloads, and how much explanation the client needs.
Can clients download photographs on the Free plan?
Use the current product settings and plan details to verify the download workflow available to your account.
Should I upload RAW archives to test the Free plan?
No. Upload a curated client set and keep RAW originals in an independent archive and backup system.
When should a photographer upgrade?
Upgrade when active gallery count, storage, features, or recurring client volume exceeds the current Free plan's fit.
Related resources
Online photo proofingTest a structured favorite and feedback workflow.Create a client gallery linkPrepare a clean private URL before sending the first gallery.Upload photos to a client galleryPrepare and upload a curated client-ready set.Client galleries with downloadsUnderstand the final-file delivery stage.
Pricing
Start free and upgrade when you need more.
Free
Free forever
0 EUR
EUR 0 per month
Perfect for sharing your first galleries professionally.
- 3 galleries
- 1 GB storage
- Photos & videos
- Image upload: 50 MB
- Video upload: 750 MB
- Your own shop for digital sales
- Sell print products in your shop
- 15% shop fee per sale
- Your own profile in client galleries
- Password-protect client galleries
- Use your own logo as a watermark
- Let clients select images and mark favorites
- Control photo and video downloads
- Embed galleries on your own website
Start free, no credit card required
Base
Monthly
19 EUR
EUR 228 billed yearly. plus VAT
Ideal for photographers who regularly deliver client galleries.
- Unlimited galleries
- 200 GB storage
- Photos & videos
- Image upload: 100 MB
- Video upload: 15 GB
- Your own shop for digital sales
- Sell print products in your shop
- Only 10% shop fee per sale
- Your own profile in client galleries
- Password-protect client galleries
- Use your own logo as a watermark
- Let clients select images and mark favorites
- Control photo and video downloads
- Embed galleries on your own website
- Hide GalleryDock branding
- Use your own logo in galleries
For regular client delivery
Pro
Monthly
29 EUR
EUR 348 billed yearly. plus VAT
For photographers managing many projects, videos and growing storage.
- Unlimited galleries
- 1 TB storage
- Photos & videos
- Image upload: 100 MB
- Video upload: 30 GB
- Your own shop for digital sales
- Sell print products in your shop
- Only 5% shop fee per sale
- Your own profile in client galleries
- Password-protect client galleries
- Use your own logo as a watermark
- Let clients select images and mark favorites
- Control photo and video downloads
- Embed galleries on your own website
- Hide GalleryDock branding
- Use your own logo in galleries
For regular client delivery
Test GalleryDock with one real client assignment
Start within the current Free limits, measure the complete handoff, and expand only when the workflow earns it.
Create a free account