How to Create A Pixieset Client Gallery

Creating a Pixieset Client Gallery allows photographers to deliver images through a polished, private, and user-friendly online experience. By organizing photos, customizing gallery settings, enabling downloads, and controlling client access, photographers can present their work professionally and streamline photo delivery.

Plan the Gallery First

The fastest client galleries to build are the ones planned before a single image is uploaded. Decide on:

  • Structure. Will this be one flat gallery, or split into sections (e.g., “Ceremony,” “Reception,” “Portraits”)?
  • Cover image. Pick a strong, representative shot it’s usually the first thing a client sees when they open the link.
  • Permissions. Decide upfront whether clients can download originals, favorite images, or need a password to view.

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Create a New Collection

    Open your Pixieset dashboard, start a new collection, and enter a clear name clients can easily recognize, such as the couple's names, session type, or event date.

  2. Upload Your Final Images

    Upload the edited images you want to deliver. Organize large shoots into sets or folders so clients can browse important moments without searching through one long gallery.

  3. Choose a Gallery Layout

    Select a presentation style that matches your work, whether you prefer a clean grid, an immersive slideshow, or another available layout suited to the type of shoot.

  4. Set the Cover Image and Order

    Choose a strong cover photograph, arrange images in a logical storytelling sequence, and confirm that the opening visuals accurately represent the complete session.

  5. Configure Privacy and Downloads

    Choose whether the gallery requires a password, set an expiry date if needed, and control which images or file sizes clients are allowed to download.

  6. Publish, Preview, and Share

    Publish the gallery, test its client-facing link in a private browser window, verify downloads and mobile display, then send the final link and access details to your client.

Organizing Images

Organizing images in Pixieset helps clients navigate galleries quickly and enjoy a smoother viewing experience. Arrange photos in a natural storytelling sequence, create separate sets for different moments, remove duplicates, and place standout images first. Clear organization also simplifies proofing, downloading, sharing, and selecting favorite photographs.

Design & Presentation Options

Pixieset offers flexible design and presentation options that help photographers create galleries matching their brand and photography style. Users can select gallery layouts, customize colors and typography, choose cover images, arrange photo sets, and add branding. A consistent, mobile-friendly presentation makes galleries more professional and engaging for clients.

Checklist Before Sharing

Confirm Before Sending

  • Correct image count and order
  • Cover image looks good on both desktop and mobile
  • Download and favorites permissions match your intent
  • Password (if used) is ready to send separately

Easy to forget

  • Expiry date, if you're using one
  • Watermarks on proofing-only galleries
  • Studio branding/logo consistency
  • A short welcome note or instructions for the client

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit a gallery after publishing?
Yes, collections are generally editable after publishing, including adding, removing, or reordering images.
Limits typically depend on your storage plan rather than a fixed per-gallery image cap; check current plan details for specifics.
Each client gallery is usually created as its own collection to keep privacy and permissions separate between clients.
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