PiGallery2 is a fast, directory-first photo gallery optimized for low-resource servers such as Raspberry Pi. It focuses on browsing large folder trees efficiently and documents Docker-based installation, configuration, and user-rights management.
Documentation presents PiGallery2 as open-source gallery software with free self-hosting and no listed subscription.
API access
Not confirmed
Is PiGallery 2 right for you?
A good fit for
Self-hosters who want a lightweight photo site that respects existing folder structures on modest hardware.
Before you choose
Live demo cold starts can take up to about 60 seconds while the demo server boots, per the docs homepage.
Directory-first photo gallery
PiGallery2 documentation welcomes users to a lightweight self-hosted gallery that prioritizes browsing existing photo folders efficiently on Raspberry Pi-class hardware.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
Capability
Value
Evidence
Checked
Performance focus
Docs describe PiGallery2 as a fast directory-first gallery optimized for low-resource servers.
Facts sourced
2026-10-04
Installation path
Getting Started section recommends Docker as the primary installation method.
Facts sourced
2026-10-04
Understand the total cost
PiGallery 2 pricing & plans
Free
Free
Documentation presents PiGallery2 as open-source gallery software with free self-hosting and no listed subscription.
Access
Documentation presents PiGallery2 as open-source gallery software with free self-hosting and no listed subscription.
PiGallery2 is a fast, directory-first photo gallery optimized for low-resource servers such as Raspberry Pi. It focuses on browsing large folder trees efficiently and documents Docker-based installation, configuration, and user-rights management.
Does PiGallery 2 have a free plan?
Documentation presents PiGallery2 as open-source gallery software with free self-hosting and no listed subscription.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does PiGallery 2 cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use PiGallery 2 through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Live demo cold starts can take up to about 60 seconds while the demo server boots, per the docs homepage.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.