Review · jAlbum AB
jAlbum Review: Build Photo Gallery Websites on Your Computer
By Raimundo Oliveira, founder & editor · Published · Updated · 1 min read
Fact-checked against official vendor pages · How we review
jAlbum is desktop software that turns your photos into a gallery website on Windows, macOS and Linux. It is free for galleries up to 24 images; paid licenses and jalbum.net hosting have a 30-day money-back guarantee.
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Quick verdict
jAlbum is a long-running (since 2002) way to publish photo galleries you control. Try the free version, then buy a license when your galleries grow past 24 images.
At a glance
- What it does
- Desktop photo gallery website builder with skins and hosting
- Best for
- Photographers who want a gallery site they own
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Free plan
- Yes (galleries up to 24 images)
- Starting price
- Free; Standard and Pro licenses and hosting accounts priced on jalbum.net (reference November 14, 2026)
- Trial / refund
- Free download; 30-day money-back on purchases
Editions (reference)
| Option | What you get |
|---|---|
| Free | Galleries up to 24 images |
| Standard / Pro license | Larger galleries; Pro for commercial use |
| Premium / Power accounts | Hosting on jalbum.net |
Reference · checked on jalbum.net on November 14, 2026. See the purchase page for current prices.
Key features
- Drag photos in, pick a skin, build the site
- Built-in FTP uploader
- Hosting on jalbum.net
- Works on Windows, macOS, Linux
- 120M+ galleries published (vendor figure)
How we reviewed
We have not run a long-term hands-on test yet. Plans, prices and features come from the vendor’s official pages, checked on the date shown.
Who it is for
- Photographers and photo clubs
- Families sharing event photos
- Anyone who wants galleries on their own domain
Who should skip it
- People who only post photos to social media
Alternatives
Free; Pro and Max subscriptions or one-time credits (price shown by country)
Free credits; Starter $39.9/mo or $23.9/mo yearly; Premium $69.9/mo or $41.9/mo yearly
Free 1 TB; Premium $2.99–$4.99/mo in-app (US App Store)
Pros and cons
Pros
- Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux
- Host anywhere (FTP) or on jalbum.net
- Many skins (templates)
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Cons
- Free use limited to 24 images per gallery
- Prices are shown only on the purchase page
- Desktop app, not a browser builder
Ready to try jAlbum?
Free; Standard and Pro licenses and hosting accounts priced on jalbum.net · Free download; 30-day money-back on purchases
Frequently asked questions
Is jAlbum free?
The download is free with no account; free use is limited to galleries of up to 24 images.
Can I host jAlbum galleries on my own site?
Yes. jAlbum generates a complete gallery website you can upload by FTP or publish on jalbum.net.
Does jAlbum offer refunds?
Yes, a 30-day money-back guarantee (checked November 14, 2026).
Sources checked
- jAlbum — Official site · checked November 14, 2026
Prices are dated references checked on the vendor’s site and may change. We never host installers: download links always go to the official site.