The Self-Host Cast Interview: Alex Tran and Zack Pollard (Immich)
Jul 31, 2024
Alex Tran and Zack Pollard from the Immich development team share their insights on self-hosting solutions in this engaging conversation. They discuss creating a privacy-focused alternative to Google Photos and the importance of community feedback in their journey. Transparency and sustainable funding models are key themes as they navigate open-source commercialization. The duo also explores the dynamics of teamwork in their projects, plus the challenges and joys of smart home management, filled with humorous tech mishaps.
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Immich Origin Story
- Alex created Immich after his wife wanted an alternative to Google Photos due to storage limits and privacy concerns.
- This personal need sparked the development of Immich as a self-hosted photo and video management system.
FUTO Partnership Philosophy
- Immich’s partnership with FUTO centers on sustainability without paywalling features.
- They emphasize keeping Immich open source and free to use, with paid support features not limiting usability.
Immich's Unique Appeal
- Immich appeals to people wanting privacy and simplicity beyond traditional photo management tools.
- It captures niche users who find other self-hosted photo apps too complex or photographer-focused.