How are you handling photo sharing at your wedding? It's not unusual for a professional photographer's delivery to take over a month. But your guests' smartphones are full of wonderful shots from the ceremony and reception. If you can gather them efficiently, your wedding memories become richer than ever.
This article explains how to collect every guest's photos without spending a dime.
Common Problems with Wedding Photo Sharing
- Chat apps compress image quality: Messaging apps automatically compress photos on send. The quality may not be sufficient for printing or creating photo books.
- Not everyone is connected on the same app: It's difficult to get guests from both sides into a single group chat.
- Photos get buried in conversations: In a busy chat, photos quickly disappear among other messages.
- Cloud services require accounts: Sharing via Google Photos means every guest needs a Google account.
The QR Code Solution: No-App Photo Sharing
PicTomo is a completely free photo sharing service that requires no app installation and no account registration. Just scan a QR code, and anyone can upload and view photos from their phone's browser.
How to Use It at a Wedding
- Create an album: Set up a PicTomo album about a week before the wedding.
- Print QR codes: Place them at the reception desk, on each table, and near the photo booth.
- Guests upload photos: They simply scan the QR code — done.
- Real-time sharing: Uploaded photos are instantly viewable by everyone.
5 Reasons PicTomo Is Perfect for Weddings
1. No Registration Means Every Guest Can Join
Elderly relatives, guests with small children — anyone with a smartphone just scans the QR code. No need to ask people to exchange contacts or install apps.
2. Up to 4K Quality with No Degradation
Unlike chat apps or social media, PicTomo saves photos at up to 4K quality. Your pictures will hold up for photo books and large prints.
3. Password Protection for Peace of Mind
Set a viewing password and only invited guests can see the photos. Simply share the password alongside the QR code.
4. Use at the After-Party for Slideshows
Display the photos guests uploaded during the ceremony on a screen at the after-party. Watching new photos appear in real time is guaranteed to energize the room.
5. Start at Zero Cost
PicTomo is completely free to start — 10 days and 100 photos. As guests join, Share Rewards automatically expand the album to up to 68 days and 250 photos. With a wedding's large guest count, you'll easily unlock plenty of capacity.
Tips for Distributing the QR Code
Print and Display
Use PicTomo's "QR Flyer" feature to create beautifully designed cards in seconds.
- Poster style: Place at the reception desk or welcome space.
- Card style: Business-card size, 10 per A4 sheet — hand them out individually.
Include in Paper Items
- Print the QR code on the back of the seating chart.
- Add it to the last page of the couple's profile booklet.
- Place QR codes on table number cards.
Real Couple's Success Story
At a reception with 80 guests, QR codes were placed at the reception desk and every table. The MC also made an announcement. The result: over 50 guests uploaded photos, totaling more than 200 pictures.
Guest-perspective shots of the ceremony, the bride's outfit-change exit, table photos — moments no professional photographer could capture. The couple received countless messages saying, "I had no idea someone took this photo — it's amazing!"
Conclusion
When it comes to wedding photo sharing, the most important thing is making it effortless for every guest. Chat apps have quality issues, and cloud services require accounts. With PicTomo, you just distribute a QR code and anyone can join instantly.
Zero cost. No registration. No app. Why not capture your special day from every guest's perspective?