How to deliver wedding photos to clients
Updated October 31, 2026
Deliver wedding photos in an online gallery the couple can view on a phone, share with family and download in full quality — and keep large files, such as films, on a transfer link that does not expire.
Use a gallery, not a folder
A gallery presents the day as a story, works on every phone, and lets the couple shortlist favorites for an album. A shared folder of files does none of that.
Make it easy for guests
Guests mostly want photos of themselves. Galleries that group photos by face let each guest find theirs in seconds, which saves the couple — and you — dozens of requests.
Full-quality downloads
- Offer single-photo and whole-gallery downloads.
- Keep originals at full resolution for printing.
- Split long weddings into sections: getting ready, ceremony, reception, pre-events.
Large files and films
Free transfer services delete files after a few days. Send films and raw footage from storage you control, with a link that keeps working.
Tell clients to keep a copy
Say in your contract how long you keep files, and remind couples to download and back up their own copies.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I keep a client’s wedding photos?
Many photographers keep them for a set period stated in the contract. Whatever you choose, tell couples to keep their own copies.