CleanMyMedia
organize decades of photos, with local face recognition
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What is CleanMyMedia?
CleanMyMedia is a photo library management service that automatically organizes photos by date, removes duplicates, and fixes metadata while keeping everything private and encrypted. It uses on-device AI for face recognition and offers optional cloud backup for accessing your library across devices.
CleanMyMedia pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free for local cleanup on desktop; $2.99/mo or $29/yr for cloud backup, multi-device access, and People recognition (14-day trial, no card required)
CleanMyMedia pros
- Privacy-first approach: Face recognition runs locally on your device with no model training on user content and zero photo sharing
- Comprehensive automation: Automatically organizes by date, removes exact and near-duplicate photos, and repairs incorrect capture dates
- Free tier available for local photo cleanup without requiring paid subscription or cloud backup
- Multi-platform support: Native apps for Mac, iOS, and Android, plus web access for album viewing and sharing
CleanMyMedia cons
- Cloud backup, cross-device access, and People recognition features require paid subscription ($2.99/mo or $29/yr)
- No information provided about maximum storage capacity, file format support, or accuracy of duplicate detection
- Face recognition only runs on local device; limited details on handling of very large photo libraries
Frequently asked questions about CleanMyMedia
How is my privacy protected?
Your library is encrypted in the cloud with a per-account key. Face recognition runs on local models on your device, and CleanMyMedia never trains AI models with your photos or shares them with third parties.
What does the free plan include?
Local photo organization by date, duplicate removal, date fixing from metadata, and web app access for album creation—all on your computer.
Can I share photos with others?
Yes, you can gather photos into albums in the web app and share them via private links with access codes.
Is there a trial period?
Yes, the 'Anywhere' plan includes a 14-day free trial with no credit card required, and you can cancel anytime.