Backupr - for Flickr

Requires macOS 11.0 or later

Backupr – for Flickr is a simple yet powerful tool that helps you download and back up photos and videos from any Flickr account — including private content (with your own API key).

Whether you're saving one image or an entire album, Backupr gives you full control over what you download, how you download it, and where it goes.

🔧 Key Features

• 🔗 Change API: Link, update, or unlink your Flickr API credentials.
• 🚀 Concurrent Downloads: Download multiple files at once, depending on your device’s capability.
• 🖼️ Image & Video Quality: Choose download size — up to Original resolution for both images and videos.
• 🎯 Smart Download Mode:
  • Download single or multiple items from Flickr URLs
  • Optionally prefer downloading single items first
• 🎞️ Prefer Videos: Automatically download the video version of a post when available.
• 📥 Save Destination: Store media directly in your Gallery or in local storage.

📦 Download Settings

• ✅ Save to Gallery
• 📏 Image size options (including "Original")
• 🎥 Video resolution options (up to "Original")
• 🔁 Max photo limit: Up to Unlimited photos per session
• 🗂️ Saved file location:
  • Gallery: Visible in your device’s Photos app
  • Storage: Finder > Downloads > Backupr

🔐 Privacy & Convenience

• 🔓 Remove Private Mode Session: Log out of private access for added security.
• 🔗 Unlink Account: Easily disconnect your Flickr account.
• 📋 Clipboard Detection: Auto-paste Flickr URLs from your clipboard into the app.

⚠️ Important Notes

• This app uses the Flickr API but is not affiliated with or endorsed by SmugMug, Inc.
• You must create your own Flickr API key and secret to use the app (a clear, step-by-step guide is included). Please note that, in the latest announcement, Flickr requires Pro users to create an API key.
• Please ensure you have permission to download any media. We are not responsible for copyright claims resulting from misuse.

🧭 Get started today

Take control of your Flickr library — fast, flexible, and private.
📥 Download Backupr and start saving your memories.