Uploading To Your Zenfolio Account Using The Desktop Uploader

The Desktop Uploader allows you to upload photos directly to Zenfolio from any folder on your computer, without needing to use your internet browser. 

Not only can you upload photos and videos directly from your desktop, but the uploader can recreate your nested folders and galleries from the file organization structure on your computer, saving you tons of time. Plus, you can queue galleries to upload while you work on something else.

Please keep in mind that the Zenfolio Desktop Uploader is designed for creating new uploads in Folders and Galleries. The Desktop Uploader is not currently intended to provide complete Gallery management, and if you need to edit the settings of a Gallery or delete a Gallery this will need to be done through your Zenfolio account.

Installing the Desktop Uploader

1. In your Zenfolio account, click on the Add-ons & Tools icon in the bottom left-hand corner.
2. Go to the Tools tab.
3. Download the Desktop Uploader for your specific type of computer.
   • If you're using an Apple computer, click on Download for Mac OS. Requires Mac OS 10.15 Catalina or newer. (Supports both Intel Mac and Apple M1-chip).
   • If you're using a PC, click on Download for Windows. Requires Windows 10 v2004 (released on May 27, 2020).
   • Open the downloaded file and follow the installation instructions to install the uploader to your desired location on your computer.
4. Once you've completed the installation process, open the Desktop Uploader on your computer. You may be asked if you're sure you want to open the web program.
   • For Mac OS Devices, if you're asked if you're sure you want to open, click on OPEN.
   • For Windows 10 & 11 OS Devices, if you're presented with a prompt about an "unrecognized" app, click on MORE OPTIONS and then click RUN ANYWAY.

5. Once you've given the Uploader permission to open on your computer, you will then need to Accept the applications Terms of Use.
6. You can then log into your Zenfolio account using your email and password. Please Note: This application is currently only available for Portfolio, PortfolioPlus, and ProSuite plans. If you are a Classic Zenfolio user, you will not be able to connect with your account.

Uploading to Existing Galleries

1. On the left-hand side of the Desktop Uploader, you will find all of the current Folders and Galleries in your Zenfolio account. Select a Gallery from this list.
2. Once you have that Gallery selected, click on Browse Desktop to select files, or drag the files into the uploader.
3. You'll have the option of setting a Preset for the Gallery, and if you're uploading a folder that contains other sub-folders of photos, you can choose to have those sub-folders be made into Collections for the Gallery. Then click Start Upload.

Creating a New Gallery or Folder For Uploading

New Gallery

1. To create a new Gallery, click on the Add a New Gallery or Folder icon.
2. Then select Gallery. 
3. Give the Gallery a Title. Add a Shoot Date and Keyword/Tags (optional). Click Next.
4. Select a Gallery Preset (optional) and select the Shoot Type. Click Next.
5. Select the Folder you want this Gallery to be added to. Click Add.

Once you create the new Gallery you can then follow the same steps listed above about uploading to an existing Gallery.

 

New Folder

1. To create a new Folder, click on the Add a New Gallery or Folder icon.
2. Then select Folder. 
3. Give the Folder a Title.
4. Select the Folder you want this new Folder to be added to. Click Add.

Once you create the new Folder you can then follow the same steps listed above about creating a new Gallery, or uploading to an existing Gallery. Keep in mind that you can choose to upload entire folder structures from your desktop and the individual folders and sub-folders will be turned into Galleries accordingly. 


 

Uploading Entire Folder Structures

With the desktop uploader, you are also able to upload an entire folder structure that contains multiple layers of folders that create a structure of organization for your files. 

1. In the Desktop Uploader, select the Folder location within your Zenfolio account where you'd like to add this Folder structure.
2. Click on Browse or open your file finder on your computer to locate the folder. From your desktop files, click the main "parent" folder that contains the other organized folders, or drag this main folder into the uploader.
3. Select Preset options for the uploaded content.
4. Click on Start Upload.

Your content should begin uploading, and you should see that your folder structure has been carried over within your Zenfolio account. The hierarchy of folders will show within your Zenfolio account, and the last folder that contains the photos or videos will be created as a Gallery.