PhotoVault Backup
Your Photos Library. Backed Up. Locally.
PhotoVault Backup is a simple, focused macOS app that creates organized local backups of your Apple Photos library. No cloud services, no subscriptions—just your photos, safely backed up where you want them.
Why PhotoVault Backup?
Own Your Backups
Keep full control of your photos with local backups. Export to external drives, NAS, or any folder you choose.
Simple & Focused
One purpose, done well. No complexity, no unnecessary features—just straightforward photo backup.
Privacy First
Works completely offline. No network access, no data collection, no tracking. Your photos stay on your Mac.
Smart Organization
Automatic folder structure by year and month. Original file formats preserved. Every photo exactly where it should be.
Features
Flexible Export Options
Export your entire library or filter by specific year or month
Video Support
Optionally include videos alongside your photos
iCloud Downloads
Automatically downloads iCloud photos during export
Real-Time Progress
Track export progress with elapsed and estimated time remaining
Storage Validation
Pre-export size estimation ensures you have enough space
Smart Conflict Handling
Choose to overwrite or skip existing files when exporting to existing backups
Original Quality
All file formats preserved (HEIC, JPEG, PNG, MOV, etc.)
Organized Structure
Files automatically organized into YYYY/MM/ folders
How It Works
Grant Access
Allow PhotoVault Backup to access your Photos library
Choose What
Select all photos or filter by date range
Pick Where
Choose your backup destination folder
Export
Sit back and watch the progress as your backup is created
Perfect For
- Creating offline backups of your Photos library
- Archiving photos for long-term storage
- Preparing photos for external backup drives
- Peace of mind with local photo archives
- Anyone who wants control over their photo backups
Requirements
- macOS 26.0 or later
- Sufficient storage space for your backup
- Access to your Photos library
Download
Available on the Mac App Store
(Coming Soon)
Support & Privacy
Questions? Contact us at hello@luissantanderart.com
PhotoVault Backup is built by Codeform, creating simple, focused tools for Mac users.