Flickr Pro members can quickly and safely backup entire photo collections from a computer, hard drive, Photos Library, Dropbox and more by installing the Windows Uploadr.
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After installing, you’ll need to connect the Uploadr to your Flickr account. To do so, sign into your account & a code will be generated. Enter the code into the code page. After successfully entering the code, click Submit.
Auto-Uploadr Basics
| Content is Private. | All photos uploaded through the Uploadr are uploaded as private. Once uploaded, you can change the privacy settings at any time. |
| 1-Way Sync. |
Images are only uploaded from your computer to Flickr. It does not sync both ways.
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| Eligible Content to Upload. | Any unique JPEG, JPG, or PNG with a minimum file size of 3kb will be eligible for upload. Note: Video uploads & HEIC photos are not supported with the Windows Uploadr. Additional file limitations can be found here. |
| No Duplicates. |
The Uploadr scans previously uploaded content to ensure no duplicates appear on your account. Keep in mind, if you edit and save over the original image on your computer, it may upload it as a new image. Edits may include:
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| Uploads Organized by Album. |
Uploadr keeps your images organized by creating new photo albums on Flickr, based on the original folder's name it uploads from. Note: Please note that processing times may vary depending on volume & type of content the folders contain. For example, the more items a folder contains, the longer it will take to process. |
What gets Uploaded?
By selecting which folders the Uploadr monitors, you have full control over what contents from your device are uploaded. As you add new items to the folders, the Uploadr automatically watches for new content to upload.
Add a new watched folder
Any folder you add to the Uploadr is monitored for images that aren't already in your account. Any unique photos already in the folder or any new ones you add are automatically uploaded to Flickr. Add as many folders as you like!
- Select the Uploadr icon in the system tray.
- Select the Upload icon.
- Select the Add Folder icon.
- Select your desired folder.
- Select Folder.
Remove a watched folder
If you want to stop automatically uploading photos from a folder, you can remove the folder as a source.
- Select the Uploadr icon in the system tray.
- Select the Upload icon .
- Select on a folder.
- Select the Remove Folder icon .
- Select OK.
Pause the Auto-Uploadr
You can pause the Uploadr at any time. This is especially useful if you're low on bandwidth, like when you're streaming HD video.
- Right-click the Uploadr icon in the system tray.
- Select Pause.
- Select your desired pause time.
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- Open the Uploadr Window.
- Select the message in the bottom right-hand corner (it may say “Up to date”).
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Select a pause method.
You can un-pause the Uploadr manually by selecting Resume.
Sign out of the Auto-Uploadr
If you have multiple accounts, you can sign out of the Uploadr and log in with your other credentials anytime you want.
- Select the Uploadr icon in the system tray.
- Select the Account icon .
- Select Sign out.
Troubleshooting issues with the Auto-Uploadr
As part of our transition off of Yahoo login, the Windows Uploadr will no longer redirect to Yahoo. If you see a blank page or a “Grass could be greener” page, please make sure you are using the latest version of the Uploadr by checking for auto-updates. You can also uninstall, re-download, and re-install the latest version.
Login code is not appearing? If you have high contrast mode enabled on Windows 10, it’s possible the text has changed from black to white. Try highlighting the code boxes to see if the code has blended into the background.