Sideline vs. PicPortal
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Photo sharing. Simplified.
Go from camera to client in seconds with beautiful, password-protected galleries—no FTP servers to set up or maintain.
500 free AI captions · 14-day full access · $0 today · Cancel anytime
"I've had trouble setting up FTP in the past and had zero expectation of this working. Sideline Live worked on the first try after just a few minutes of setup. Happy is an understatement!"
Stop managing infrastructure.
Start delivering your photos.
Traditional live-delivery platforms force you to think about servers, folder structures, sync delays, and failed uploads—not photography.
Sideline Live removes all of that. Nothing to configure, nothing to maintain, and nothing to babysit. Photos move straight from camera to gallery, updating automatically in real time as you shoot.
No interruptions. No extra steps. No surprises.
Photographers switch to Sideline Live because it feels invisible. And that's exactly the point.
Sideline Live
From camera to client, instantly.
Go from camera to client in seconds with beautiful, password-protected galleries — no FTP servers to set up, configure, or maintain.
Features
Shoot. Send. Smile.
The simplest way to deliver photos in real time—without the setup, overhead, or friction.
Live delivery that actually feels live
Photos appear in galleries within seconds of you sending them—automatically updating in real time, without refreshes, delays, or manual steps.
Simple setup, zero maintenance
Get started in under 30 seconds. No FTP servers to configure or maintain, no apps to download, and nothing to troubleshoot before or during an event.
Instant galleries your clients love
Clients receive fast, beautiful galleries where they can view, favorite, and download images immediately—on any device.
Security without complexity
Password-protect galleries to control what's public or private. Paid galleries are protected with built-in image watermarking.
Built-in insight — not guesswork
Track gallery views, engagement, and downloads with advanced analytics built in—no third-party tools required.
Your brand at the forefront
Customize galleries with your logo and business name, and share a single photographer profile that brings all your work together.
Sell your photos directly
Accept payments directly through your galleries with integrated Stripe support. We handle image delivery from start to finish.
Powerful search built-in
Need to find all images of a particular player? Search image captions in your galleries to quickly find the perfect image.
Your domain, your brand
Add your own domain, like photos.yourwebsite.com. Build trust with shareable links that look professional.
IPTC templates
Apply IPTC metadata automatically when images upload. Import templates from Photo Mechanic so credits and captions stay consistent.
Rosters & AI captions, in one flow
Pull team rosters from inside Sideline Live, then let AI caption images as they arrive in your gallery in real time.
Built for Sports
Built for sports. Ready for anything.
Although Sideline Live was designed for sports photographers, it works beautifully across a wide range of photography scenarios.
Freelance Photographers
Deliver instantly to clients without the hassle of manual uploads or complex workflows.
Sports Photographers
Deliver instantly to teams, athletes, or clients as you shoot.
Event Photographers
Show real-time previews to event organizers and attendees during the event.
Wedding Photographers
Display slideshows during receptions so guests can enjoy the best moments of the big day.
Youth Teams & High School Photographers
Sell photos directly to parents with instant delivery and built-in payment processing.
Athletic Departments
Perfect for media days and events—streamline your workflow and deliver professional galleries instantly.
"I used Sideline Live for the first time last night, and all I can say is WOW. It was incredible. I just cancelled my PicPortal subscription. Thanks for making such an incredible tool."
Frequently Asked Questions
Good Questions, Straight Answers.
How does Sideline Live work?
Create a Sideline Live gallery, enter the credentials into your camera's FTP settings, and share the gallery link with your clients. Images appear in the gallery within seconds of you shooting — automatically updating in real time, with no manual uploads or refreshes.
Do I need my own FTP server for Sideline Live?
No. Sideline Live handles everything on our end. Just create a gallery, put the credentials in your camera, and start shooting — no servers to configure, no infrastructure to maintain.
Will my camera's FTP work with Sideline Live?
Yes. If your camera supports FTP transfer, it works with Sideline Live — the same workflow you're used to with other live-delivery platforms, but without the setup headaches. See supported cameras.
Can I sell photos through Sideline Live?
Yes. Sideline Live includes integrated Stripe payments, watermarked proofing galleries, and branded download watermarks — so clients can browse, favorite, and purchase images directly from your gallery.
What is a Sideline Live Day Pass?
A Day Pass is a $9.99 one-time purchase that gives you 48 hours of full Sideline Live access — unlimited galleries and images, 10GB of storage, and every premium Live feature. Perfect for a single tournament, wedding, or event before committing to a subscription. Get a Day Pass.
How much storage is included with Sideline Live?
Individual plans include 10GB of storage. Sideline for Teams includes 1TB of pooled storage. Need more? Add 100GB ($5/mo), 500GB ($15/mo), or 1TB ($30/mo) from your Sideline Live dashboard.
Pricing
Everything your workflow needs.
One price.
Everything you used to pay for separately — bundled into one app.
Save 17% with yearly billing
Free Trial
Free for 14 days
Get 500 AI-generated captions for free, plus a 2-week free trial of Sideline Live
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AI Captioning for macOSAI-generated captions for sports photographyIntelligent AI captioning in all styles Local folder watching Filtering & post-captioning actions Caption Review Manual roster creation Roster Manager
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Roster GeneratorRoster data for 1.6M+ athletes250+ leagues, 110,000+ teams, 1.6M+ players
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Sideline LiveSideline Live Photo GalleriesReal-time photo galleries delivered in secondsUnlimited galleries & images Password-protected galleries Sell your images & earn Photographer profile pages Protect your images with a watermark Custom domains & branding Advanced analytics 10GB of storage included
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Sideline LocalWireless tethering that doesn't suckWireless tethering to Mac, iPhone, or iPad Auto-stamp photos with IPTC templates Works when venue Wi-Fi is overloaded
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Sideline WireAuto-download from FTP serversAuto-download files from remove FTP servers Auto-stamp photos with IPTC templates Auto-caption new photos Designed for remote editors and newsrooms
Sideline Captions
$14.99/month
Choose the plan that's right for you.
Save more when you pay yearly.
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AI Captioning for macOSAI-generated captions for sports photographyIntelligent AI captioning in all styles Local folder watching Filtering & post-captioning actions Caption Review Manual roster creation Roster Manager Export rosters & matchups FTP Mode
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Roster GeneratorRoster data for 1.6M+ athletes250+ leagues, 110,000+ teams, 1.6M+ players
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Sideline LiveSideline Live Photo GalleriesReal-time photo galleries delivered in secondsUnlimited galleries & images Password-protected galleries Sell your images & earn Photographer profile pages Protect your images with a watermark Custom domains & branding Advanced analytics 10GB of storage included
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Sideline LocalWireless tethering that doesn't suckWireless tethering to Mac, iPhone, or iPad Auto-stamp photos with IPTC templates Works when venue Wi-Fi is overloaded
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Sideline WireAuto-download from FTP serversAuto-download files from remove FTP servers Auto-stamp photos with IPTC templates Auto-caption new photos Designed for remote editors and newsrooms
Sideline Live Day Pass
Perfect for covering a single event or testing before subscribing.
- 48 hours of access to Sideline Live
- Unlimited galleries & images
- 10GB of storage included
- All premium Sideline Live features included
- Great for tournaments, events, weddings, and more
More room. Same workflow.
Need more storage? Add additional space to your Sideline Live account.
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Ready to simplify photo sharing?
See why photographers are switching to a faster, simpler way to deliver with Sideline Live.
500 free AI captions · 14-day full access · $0 today · Cancel anytime