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Connect. Select. Explore.
Prepare your library
Place a .photoslibrary created with Photos on Mac on a compatible external SSD.
Connect your drive
Connect the SSD to your iPhone or iPad. Check that you can access the drive in the Files app.
Open in PhotoSSD
Select the photo library on your SSD in PhotoSSD and start browsing.
Requires iOS 17.0 / iPadOS 17.0 or later and a compatible SSD and connection. Check the drive in Files before opening a library. Some connections require external power. Compatibility depends on the drive, library and device; no universal SSD or library-version compatibility is claimed.
Frequently asked questions
Is PhotoSSD free?
PhotoSSD is free to download and use, with no subscription or in-app purchases. Check your local App Store for current availability.
Does my language determine my App Store region?
No. Your Apple Account country or region determines the storefront. The current app listing shows supported interface languages. This website and public guides are in English.
Can I browse without loading this website?
Once the app is installed and your originals are available locally on the SSD, library browsing runs on your device. This website is not required to load the library. Cloud-only originals must first be downloaded on your Mac.
What kind of library can I open?
PhotoSSD is a viewer for Apple Photos libraries (.photoslibrary) created on Mac. It is designed for these libraries rather than general photo folders.
Do I need iCloud or an account?
No account registration or cloud upload of your photos is required to use PhotoSSD.
What if my SSD does not appear?
First check that the SSD appears in the Files app. Check the cable, adapter, and power supply. If the problem persists, contact support with your device, OS, SSD, and connection details.
Can I use it on Mac?
This website focuses on use with iPhone and iPad. The App Store lists macOS operation as unverified.
Contact support
Please include your device model, OS, PhotoSSD version, SSD and connection details, and a description of the issue. You do not need to send your photo library or screenshots containing personal information.
developer.inquiry.5724@gmail.com