To automatically upload photos from your iPhone to SmugMug, Auto Upload feature within the official SmugMug app

1. The "Holding Pen" Strategy

Sub-Galleries

Don't dump everything into a "Camera Uploads" black hole. In SmugMug, create a parent folder called "Mobile Proofs" and use named by date or client code. Then, in your Shortcut automation, dynamically select the latest sub-gallery.

Pro Tip:

💡 Make it a habit to open SmugMug once a day (e.g., every evening) to trigger the auto-upload. Think of it as a “manual trigger, automatic process.”

When configured correctly, your iPhone becomes a remote sensor, automatically beaming every screenshot, selfie, and masterpiece directly to your secure SmugMug archive.

: Content is automatically sorted into a private folder named "Automatic iOS Uploads," with subfolders organized by year and month SmugMug Support Background Uploading

SmugMug's iPhone auto-upload feature is a game-changer for photographers who want to ensure their mobile memories are safely backed up in full resolution without manual effort. By leveraging the SmugMug iOS app, you can transform your iPhone into a continuous feeder for your professional or personal archives. How to Set Up Auto-Upload on iPhone

Warning:

If you shoot with apps like Halide or Lightroom, your iPhone saves DNG (RAW) files. SmugMug supports RAW uploads. RAW files are 25MB+ each. Ensure Wi-Fi Only is enabled, or you will destroy your data cap. Also, note that SmugMug displays RAW files as thumbnails; you need to click "Download Original" to edit them in Lightroom or Photoshop.