Self-Hosted Photo CMS for Professional Websites

Powerful photo management for portfolio websites, large image archives, and client galleries.

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IO200 CMS Admin Panel

IO200 is a self-hosted photo CMS designed for image-heavy websites.

Unlike generic website builders, IO200 focuses on:

  • Managing Large Image Collections
  • Structured Album Hierarchies
  • Fast Image Delivery
  • Secure Client Sharing
  • Customization and Flexibility
  • Full Control and Independence

Powerful Photo Management

  • Smart Albums and Nested Sets
  • Tags and Photo Metadata (EXIF/IPTC)
  • Bulk Upload & Batch Editing
  • Automatic Photo Metadata Import
  • FTP Folder Import and Synchronization
  • Built for Thousands of Images
  • Easy-to-use Interface

IO200 is optimized for large structured image collections and efficient photo workflows.

Professional Photo Websites

  • Photo Galleries
  • Albums and Sets
  • Pages and Articles
  • Multi-Language
  • Custom Layouts
  • Responsive Themes
  • Highly Customizable and Extensible

Design your website with everything built in — no external dependencies required.

Client Galleries & Secure Sharing

  • Password-protected Galleries
  • Dedicated Client Download Pages
  • Controlled Access
  • Private Sharing
  • Image Watermarks
  • Basket (Lightbox)
  • Client Uploads

Perfect for photographers working with clients and photo proofing & sharing workflows.

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Designed for Large Image Collections

  • Large portfolios
  • Long-term image archives
  • Stock-style libraries
  • Growing collections over time

Scales effortlessly as your collection grows.

Who Is IO200 For?

  • Professional Photographers
  • Artists, Illustrators, and Designers with Structured Collections
  • Studios and Agencies Delivering Client Galleries
  • Organizations with Large-Scale Image Archives
  • Event Organizers Sharing Photos with Participants
  • Photojournalists and Content Creators
  • Museums, Galleries, and Cultural Institutions
  • Educators and Academica
  • Hobbyists with Serious Photography Portfolios

Why IO200 Instead of Generic Website Builders?

Generic CMS platforms focus on blogging or e-commerce. IO200 is focused on photographers.

  • Built for Large Image Collections
  • Nested Album Structures
  • Client Galleries
  • Self-hosted
  • One-time License
  • No plugin stacking
  • No monthly platform fees
  • No vendor lock-in

Self-Hosted & Independent

Your website runs on your own hosting provider.

  • Full data ownership
  • No third-party dependency
  • No subscription platform
  • Long-term stability

Self-hosted means control and independence.

Requirements: PHP 7.4+, MySQL or MariaDB.

Simple Pricing

Free License Up to 1000 photos

Unlimited License — One-time payment

  • Unlimited photos
  • Unlimited content

No subscriptions. No recurring fees.

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See It in Action

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Install IO200?
Simply download the installer, upload the file to your webspace, and visit www.yourwebsite.com/install.php.
Need extra help? Our Concierge Setup Service can handle the installation and initial setup for you so you can focus on your photography. The service is available for 249€.

How Can I Host IO200?
You can host IO200 on any web server that supports PHP 7.4+ and MySQL or MariaDB. Simply upload IO200 to your webspace and run the installer.
For choosing a web hosting provider, check out our guide on how to get web hosting.

Can I Use IO200 for Free?
Yes! IO200 is free for up to 1000 photos, 100 articles, and 25 links. A small branding link is displayed on your website in the free version. A one-time paid license removes these limits and unlocks the full potential of the software.

Is My Data Secure with IO200?
Absolutely. IO200 is built from the ground up with security in mind. Every installation uses industry-standard encryption, secure authentication, and strong secret keys to protect your photos and data. Learn more about data security.

Are There Limits on Photo Sizes?
No. With IO200, you can upload photos of any size — from full-resolution professional shots to large panoramas. Unlike many hosted platforms that restrict file sizes, IO200 gives you complete freedom over your images.

Do I Need Coding Skills?
No. IO200 is easy to use out of the box. You can build websites, organize large image collections, and create client galleries without coding. Advanced users can customize templates and CSS if desired.

How Many Photos Can I Manage?
Free version: up to 1000 photos. Unlimited license: no restrictions — ideal for large portfolios and nested collections. IO200 is built for image-heavy websites.

What Customization Options Are Available?
IO200 includes theme settings, layout controls, template customization, CSS, and professional custom services if needed.

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IO200 is a self-hosted photo CMS and photography portfolio software for photographers and artists who need powerful photo management, nested albums, client galleries, and large image libraries.