Toggle this on to back up your iPhone videos (note: as of March 2026 , this now features improved memory performance).

A frequent point of confusion is how these two services interact.

Before diving into the automation, let’s remember why SmugMug is worth the setup. Unlike Instagram (compressed) or iCloud (locked into Apple’s ecosystem), SmugMug offers:

When choosing a backup service, it's always wise to compare options. Here's a quick look at how SmugMug's auto-upload stacks up against other popular services:

To get started, you must first download the SmugMug app from the Apple App Store. Once installed, log in to your account. To enable the auto-upload feature, tap on the "Settings" icon within the app—usually represented by a gear or your profile avatar. Look for the "Auto Upload" section. Here, you will find a toggle to turn the service on.

Don't dump everything into a "Camera Uploads" black hole. In SmugMug, create a parent folder called "Mobile Proofs" and use named by date or client code. Then, in your Shortcut automation, dynamically select the latest sub-gallery.