Description

SnapPress Connect is the official companion plugin for SnapPress — the iOS app that lets you bulk upload photos from your iPhone directly to WordPress. This plugin generates a secure QR code so you can pair your WordPress site with the SnapPress app in seconds, no typing required.

Perfect for bloggers, photographers, and content creators who take photos on their iPhone and publish to WordPress.

Why SnapPress?

Bulk upload — Send 10, 50, or 100+ photos in a single tap (vs. one-by-one via the WP admin)
Automatic HEIC JPEG conversion — iPhone’s HEIC format is converted on-device so WordPress accepts them instantly. Learn more about HEIC compatibility
Metadata preserved — EXIF (date, GPS, camera) is kept intact
Share Extension — Upload straight from Photos, Safari, or any app via the iOS share sheet
9 languages — English, 日本語, Español, Deutsch, Português, Français, 한국어, Italiano, 繁體中文

Features of this plugin:

One-tap setup — Automatically creates a WordPress Application Password and generates a QR code
Manual mode — Use an existing Application Password to generate a QR code
Secure — Credential data is only shown on-screen temporarily and can be cleared instantly
QR codes stay local — they are generated entirely in your browser and never sent anywhere

How it works:

Install and activate the plugin
Go to Tools SnapPress Connect
Click “Generate QR Code with One Tap”
Scan the QR code with the SnapPress iOS app
Done! Start bulk uploading photos from your iPhone to WordPress

Guides & Tutorials:

Requirements:

WordPress 5.6 or later (Application Passwords support)
PHP 7.4 or later
HTTPS enabled on your site (required for Application Passwords)
SnapPress app on your iPhone (iOS 15.0+)

Privacy:

This plugin sends nothing in the background. QR codes are generated entirely in your browser and never leave it.

The settings screen offers one optional form: if you cannot connect, you can send us your email address, your site URL, your description of the problem, and the diagnostic details shown on screen. It is sent only when you press the button, and the screen shows you the exact text before you send it. We use it only to reply to you.

Read our Privacy Policy for details on how SnapPress handles your data.

Installation

From the WordPress.org directory (recommended):

In WordPress admin, go to Plugins Add New
Search for “SnapPress Connect”
Click Install Now, then Activate
Navigate to Tools SnapPress Connect to generate your QR code

Manual installation:

Download the plugin zip from WordPress.org or snappress.app/downloads
Upload the snappress-connect folder to /wp-content/plugins/
Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress
Navigate to Tools SnapPress Connect to generate your QR code

For a step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots, see the SnapPress setup guide.

FAQ

What is SnapPress?: SnapPress is an iOS app that lets you bulk upload photos from your iPhone directly to the WordPress media library. Instead of uploading photos one at a time via the WP admin, you can send dozens of photos with a single tap. Learn more about SnapPress.
Is SnapPress free?: The WordPress plugin (SnapPress Connect) is 100% free. The SnapPress iOS app is free to download with a free tier (up to 10 photos/month). Optional paid plans unlock unlimited uploads. See pricing details.
Do I need HTTPS?: Yes. WordPress Application Passwords require HTTPS to be enabled on your site. Most modern hosts provide free SSL via Let’s Encrypt.
Is the QR code safe?: The QR code contains your site URL, username, and an Application Password. It is generated entirely in your browser and is never sent to any external server. Click “Clear” after scanning to remove the code from the screen.
Can I revoke access?: Yes. Go to Users Profile Application Passwords and delete the “SnapPress” entry to revoke access at any time.
Does SnapPress support HEIC photos from iPhone?: Yes. SnapPress automatically converts HEIC (iPhone’s default format) to JPEG before uploading so WordPress accepts them without issues. Read the HEIC compatibility guide.
How many photos can I upload at once?: There is no hard limit in the app — users regularly upload 50–100 photos in a single batch. Upload speed depends on your WordPress server and internet connection. See the bulk upload guide.
Can I use it without Jetpack?: Yes. SnapPress does not require Jetpack. It uses the standard WordPress REST API with Application Passwords. See the Jetpack-free workflow.
Does it work with Elementor, Divi, or other page builders?: Yes. SnapPress uploads to the standard WordPress media library, so uploaded photos are available in any theme, page builder, or block editor.
Is an Android version available?: An Android version is in development. Follow snappress.app for updates.
What languages are supported?: SnapPress supports 9 languages: English, 日本語 (日本語ブログ), Español (Blog en Español), Deutsch (Blog auf Deutsch), Português (Blog em Português), Français (Blog en Français), 한국어 (한국어 블로그), Italiano (Blog in Italiano), and 繁體中文 (繁體中文部落格).

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Contributors & Developers

“SnapPress Connect” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

“SnapPress Connect” has been translated into 1 locale. Thank you to the translators for their contributions.

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Changelog

1.4.1

Fixed the App Store QR code not appearing on the settings screen. The QR library loads in the footer, so the drawing code now waits for the page to finish parsing

1.4.0

Added an optional “ask us for help” form for sites that cannot connect. It shows you the exact diagnostic text before sending and transmits only when you press the button
Nothing is sent in the background, and the form is never shown as a dashboard-wide notice

1.3.0

Added a scannable QR code that opens the SnapPress App Store page, so you can install the iPhone app without typing a URL
Reorganised the settings screen into two clear steps: install the app, then connect the site
Replaced the remotely hosted App Store badge with a locally generated QR code and a plain link (no third-party requests from wp-admin)
Corrected the free tier description: it allows 10 photos per month, not 10 upload sessions

1.2.3

Added diagnostic notice when Application Passwords are unavailable — now shows the specific plugin or theme causing the issue and actionable steps to fix it

1.2.2

Updated plugin description and FAQ with additional setup guides
Improved readme for better discoverability

1.2.1

Added App Store download badge on the settings page

1.2.0

Added internationalization (i18n) support
Added Japanese translation
Plugin UI is now in English by default and follows WordPress locale settings

1.1.0

Added one-tap QR code generation with automatic Application Password creation
Added manual mode for existing Application Passwords
Added clear button to remove QR code from screen
Security: Strip title attributes containing credential data

1.0.0

Initial release

Description

Installation

FAQ

What is SnapPress?

Is SnapPress free?

Do I need HTTPS?

Is the QR code safe?

Can I revoke access?

Does SnapPress support HEIC photos from iPhone?

How many photos can I upload at once?

Can I use it without Jetpack?

Does it work with Elementor, Divi, or other page builders?

Is an Android version available?

What languages are supported?