How to Move Photos from SmugMug to Google Drive?

Moving photos from SmugMug to Google Drive is a great way to consolidate your images into one centralized location. With Google Drive you get free storage space to back up all your images and access them from anywhere. This guide will walk through the simple steps to transfer your photos from SmugMug over to Google Drive.

Prepare Your SmugMug Account

Before you can move your photos, you need to gather them into a single album. Log in to your SmugMug account and browse all your images. Select the specific photos and galleries you want to move and add them to a new album titled "Photos for Google Drive." This collects all the images in one place and makes the transfer process easier.

Install the SmugMug App

To move your photos, you will use the official SmugMug app which allows you to connect both accounts. Go to the Google Play or Apple App Store

and download and install the SmugMug app on your device. Open the app and log in with your SmugMug account credentials to connect it.

Connect Your Google Drive Account

Once logged into the SmugMug app, you now need to connect your Google Drive account. From the app menu, select the option to connect and manage storage. Choose Google Drive from the list of options. Follow the prompts to authorize the connection using your Google account details. The two accounts will now be linked.

Select Photos to Transfer

Go to the "Photos for Google Drive" album you created in your SmugMug account. Tap the menu button in the top corner and choose the option to copy or move photos. On the next screen, select all the photos in the album you want to transfer. Then choose Google Drive as the destination.

Make Folder on Google Drive

You will be asked to pick where to transfer the photos in Google Drive. Choose whether to put them in an existing folder or create a new one. To keep things organized, make a new folder titled "SmugMug Photos" to collect all the images.

Confirm Transfer

Review the list of photos selected and confirm the transfer to Google Drive. Depending on the number of photos, this process may take a while. The app will upload and copy over all the image files from SmugMug into the Google Drive folder.

Delete Photos on SmugMug

Once the transfer finishes, the photos will exist in both SmugMug and Google Drive. If you want to delete the copies on SmugMug, log back into their website. Go to the album with the transferred photos, select them all, and choose delete. This will remove them from SmugMug but they are safely stored in Google Drive.

Access Photos on Google Drive

The photos have now been fully moved over to Google Drive. You can access them on your computer by going to drive.google.com. Or use the Google Drive mobile app to view the images on your smartphone or tablet. They will be located in the specific folder you created for the SmugMug photos.

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Additional Tips

• Make sure both accounts are connected in the SmugMug app before transferring.
• Organize photos into albums ahead of time to make the process smoother.
• Only transfer copies if you want photos in both places.
• Check Google Drive folder to confirm all photos moved over.

Transferring photos from SmugMug to Google Drive is simple with just a few steps using the SmugMug mobile app. This provides free secure cloud storage for all your images easily accessible across devices. Consolidating into one photo platform makes it easier to organize, back up, and share your photo library.

Conclusion

Moving your photo collection from SmugMug over to Google Drive is a simple process using the steps outlined in this guide. Take advantage of free unlimited secure cloud storage on Google Drive to back up all your images. Just be sure to organize your SmugMug account, connect the app to Google Drive, select photos to transfer, and confirm the move. Follow best practices and your photos will be seamlessly consolidated into one place.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moving Photos from SmugMug to Google Drive

How long does it take to move photos from SmugMug to Google Drive?

The time it takes to move photos will depend on the number of photos and their file sizes. For a few hundred photos expect the transfer to take 5-10 minutes. Larger photo libraries could take over an hour depending on your internet connection speeds.

Will photos be deleted from SmugMug after moving to Google Drive?

No, the photos will exist in both places after being copied over. You need to manually delete the photos from SmugMug after confirming they transferred successfully.

Is there a size limit for photos transferred to Google Drive?

Google Drive allows photos up to 5TB in size. So you are unlikely to run into any size restrictions when moving photos from SmugMug.

What happens if some photos fail to transfer?

If any images fail to move over, you will get a notification from the SmugMug app. You can then retry transferring just those photos that didn't work initially.

Can videos be transferred from SmugMug to Google Drive?

Yes! The steps are the same. Simply make sure any videos in SmugMug are included in the album you want to move.

Do photos transferred to Google Drive count against my storage quota?

Yes, any photos moved over from SmugMug will take up your free Google Drive storage allocation. Consider upgrading to a larger storage plan if needed.

How do I find my photos in Google Drive after transferring?

The photos will be located in the specific folder you chose during the transfer process. Typically titled something like "SmugMug Photos".

Is there a way to transfer photos without using the SmugMug app?

Unfortunately there is no direct way without the SmugMug app. This is the only method to connect SmugMug and Google Drive for transferring photos.