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SnapPress Connect

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Description

SnapPress Connect is the official companion plugin for SnapPress — the iOS app that lets you bulk upload photos from your iPhone directly to WordPress. This plugin generates a secure QR code so you can pair your WordPress site with the SnapPress app in seconds, no typing required.

Perfect for bloggers, photographers, and content creators who take photos on their iPhone and publish to WordPress.

Free to start. SnapPress launched its 2.0 update with a freemium model — try it free (10 uploads/month), then upgrade to a monthly subscription or one-time lifetime purchase whenever you need unlimited uploads, multi-site support, or video uploads. See pricing

Why SnapPress?

  • Bulk upload — Send 10, 50, or 100+ photos in a single tap (vs. one-by-one via the WP admin)
  • Automatic HEIC JPEG conversion — iPhone’s HEIC format is converted on-device so WordPress accepts them instantly. Learn more about HEIC compatibility
  • Metadata preserved — EXIF (date, GPS, camera) is kept intact
  • Share & Action Extensions — Upload straight from Photos, Safari, or any app via the iOS share sheet
  • Multi-site support (Pro) — Manage multiple WordPress sites from one app
  • Video upload (Pro) — Push videos to your Media Library with HEVC H.264 auto-conversion
  • 9 languages — English, 日本語, Español, Deutsch, Português, Français, 한국어, Italiano, 繁體中文

Features of this plugin:

  • One-tap setup — Automatically creates a WordPress Application Password and generates a QR code
  • Manual mode — Use an existing Application Password to generate a QR code
  • Secure — Credential data is only shown on-screen temporarily and can be cleared instantly
  • No external services — QR codes are generated entirely in the browser

How it works:

  1. Install and activate the plugin
  2. Go to Tools SnapPress Connect
  3. Click “Generate QR Code with One Tap”
  4. Scan the QR code with the SnapPress iOS app
  5. Done! Start bulk uploading photos from your iPhone to WordPress

Guides & Tutorials:

Requirements:

  • WordPress 5.6 or later (Application Passwords support)
  • PHP 7.4 or later
  • HTTPS enabled on your site (required for Application Passwords)
  • SnapPress app on your iPhone (iOS 15.0+)

Privacy:

This plugin does not send any data to external servers. QR codes are generated entirely in your browser. Read our Privacy Policy for details on how SnapPress handles your data.

Installation

From the WordPress.org directory (recommended):

  1. In WordPress admin, go to Plugins Add New
  2. Search for “SnapPress Connect”
  3. Click Install Now, then Activate
  4. Navigate to Tools SnapPress Connect to generate your QR code

Manual installation:

  1. Download the plugin zip from WordPress.org or snappress.app/downloads
  2. Upload the snappress-connect folder to /wp-content/plugins/
  3. Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress
  4. Navigate to Tools SnapPress Connect to generate your QR code

For a step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots, see the SnapPress setup guide.

FAQ

What is SnapPress?

SnapPress is an iOS app that lets you bulk upload photos from your iPhone directly to the WordPress media library. Instead of uploading photos one at a time via the WP admin, you can send dozens of photos with a single tap. Learn more about SnapPress.

Is SnapPress free?

Yes — the WordPress plugin (SnapPress Connect) is 100% free, and the SnapPress iOS app is also free to start (10 uploads per month, 1 WordPress site, no card required).

For unlimited uploads, the iOS app offers two paid tiers:

  • Standard — $0.99/month or $4.99 lifetime (unlimited uploads to 1 site)
  • Pro — $1.99/month or $9.99 lifetime (multi-site + video uploads)

See full pricing details.

Do I need HTTPS?

Yes. WordPress Application Passwords require HTTPS to be enabled on your site. Most modern hosts provide free SSL via Let’s Encrypt.

Is the QR code safe?

The QR code contains your site URL, username, and an Application Password. It is generated entirely in your browser and is never sent to any external server. Click “Clear” after scanning to remove the code from the screen.

Can I revoke access?

Yes. Go to Users Profile Application Passwords and delete the “SnapPress” entry to revoke access at any time.

Does SnapPress support HEIC photos from iPhone?

Yes. SnapPress automatically converts HEIC (iPhone’s default format) to JPEG before uploading so WordPress accepts them without issues. Read the HEIC compatibility guide.

How many photos can I upload at once?

The Free plan allows 10 uploads per month. Standard and Pro plans have no monthly limit — users regularly upload 50–100 photos in a single batch. Upload speed depends on your WordPress server and internet connection. See the bulk upload guide.

Can I use it without Jetpack?

Yes. SnapPress does not require Jetpack. It uses the standard WordPress REST API with Application Passwords. See the Jetpack-free workflow.

Does it work with Elementor, Divi, or other page builders?

Yes. SnapPress uploads to the standard WordPress media library, so uploaded photos are available in any theme, page builder, or block editor.

Is an Android version available?

An Android version is in development. Follow snappress.app for updates.

What languages are supported?

SnapPress supports 9 languages: English, 日本語 (日本語ブログ), Español (Blog en Español), Deutsch (Blog auf Deutsch), Português (Blog em Português), Français (Blog en Français), 한국어 (한국어 블로그), Italiano (Blog in Italiano), and 繁體中文 (繁體中文部落格).

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Changelog

1.2.3

  • Updated readme for SnapPress 2.0 — freemium model, monthly subscription, and lifetime purchase options
  • Added Action Extension, multi-site, and video upload feature mentions
  • Updated FAQ with new pricing structure (Free / Standard / Pro)

1.2.2

  • Updated plugin description and FAQ with additional setup guides
  • Improved readme for better discoverability

1.2.1

  • Added App Store download badge on the settings page

1.2.0

  • Added internationalization (i18n) support
  • Added Japanese translation
  • Plugin UI is now in English by default and follows WordPress locale settings

1.1.0

  • Added one-tap QR code generation with automatic Application Password creation
  • Added manual mode for existing Application Passwords
  • Added clear button to remove QR code from screen
  • Security: Strip title attributes containing credential data

1.0.0

  • Initial release

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  • Version 1.2.3
  • Last updated 5 days ago
  • Active installations Fewer than 10
  • WordPress version 5.6 or higher
  • Tested up to 6.7.5
  • PHP version 7.4 or higher
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