How to Build Your Own Amazon Photos
Replace Amazon Photos with a custom build. Memories Delivered - Unlimited photo storage for Prime members
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 19 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 19 features
Access(4 features)
Access Amazon Photos through desktop application
Access Amazon Photos through iOS and Android mobile applications
Easily access photos and videos across all devices
Access Amazon Photos through web browser
Storage(4 features)
All Amazon customers get 5 GB of combined photo and video storage
Prime members receive 5 GB of video storage included
Add more video storage with plans starting at 100 GB
Prime members get unlimited storage for full-resolution photos
Integration(3 features)
Use photos as Echo Show home screen with Alexa voice control support
Display photos as Fire TV screensaver
Prime members receive 45% off regular-priced Shutterfly orders with free shipping on orders over $35
Backup(1 features)
Automatic backup of photos and videos with Auto-Save feature
Migration(1 features)
Transfer photos and videos from other online storage service providers
Printing(1 features)
Order personalized photo tabletops, wall décor, prints and other photo gifts
Security(1 features)
Photos and videos are encrypted for security
Sharing(1 features)
Securely share photos with others
Cost Calculator
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 19 features at easy complexity.