| Feature | Desktop App | Web Browser | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Native OS-level (Very fast) | Slower, browser-limited | | Upload Progress | System tray icon with % complete | Limited to browser tab | | Right-Click Menu | "Share with Amazon Photos" from Explorer/Finder | N/A | | External Drive Backup | Yes (Plug in a USB drive, back it up) | No | | Offline Access | Yes (if you sync folders) | No |
: It is optimized for enthusiasts and professionals, supporting various RAW formats alongside standard JPEG, PNG, and HEIF files. amazon photos desktop
Many cloud services use "high quality" compression to save space, which can strip away fine details. Amazon Photos treats your images with professional-grade care. From standard JPEGs to complex RAW files used by professional photographers, the desktop app ensures that what you upload is exactly what you get back if you ever need to download your library. Video Storage and Management | Feature | Desktop App | Web Browser