Guest photo upload with no signup required
Poolr by MRVL is a guest photo collection app that lets every attendee upload photos to a shared album by scanning a QR code, with no app download, no account creation, and no friction. Guests simply scan, tap, and upload from their phone's browser.
How the no-signup upload works
The host generates a unique QR code in Poolr and displays it on a screen, printed card, or shared link at their event. Guests open their phone camera or QR scanner, point it at the code, and tap the link that appears. This opens a browser-based upload form. No app to install. No email address required. No password to remember. Guests select photos from their phone library, tap upload, and their images land in the host's shared album in full resolution. The entire process takes under 10 seconds per guest.
Why no signup matters for events
Event guests often resist creating accounts. They want to share photos quickly and move on. Poolr removes that barrier entirely. Because there is no login step, your guest list is not blocked by forgotten passwords, email confirmation links, or app store friction. Guests with older phones, guests unfamiliar with apps, guests who have never used your platform before can all upload in the same way. This is especially valuable at weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and church gatherings where attendees span a wide age range and technical comfort level.
What happens to photos after upload
Once a guest uploads a photo, it appears instantly in the shared album visible to the host and (if the host chooses) other guests. All photos are stored in full resolution. On the free tier, Poolr keeps up to 30 photos for 7 days. For longer events or larger guest lists, the Moment tier (£8.99) holds 200 photos, or the Occasion tier (£19.99) holds unlimited photos and stores them indefinitely. The host can download all photos as a ZIP file, share the album link with other guests, or display photos live on an event screen using the live photo wall feature.
Live photo wall and moderation
Hosts on the Occasion tier and above can project uploaded photos onto a display screen at the event in real time. This creates a dynamic visual backdrop and encourages more guests to contribute. All uploads flow through a live moderation queue first, giving the host a chance to review and approve each photo before it appears publicly. This prevents accidental duplicates, blurry shots, or inappropriate content from reaching the live display or final album.
Pricing for different event sizes
Poolr offers per-event pricing so you only pay for the events you host. The Free tier (30 photos, 7 days) works for small gatherings. The Moment tier at £8.99 supports up to 200 photos. The Occasion tier at £19.99 is unlimited and never expires, plus unlocks live photo wall, audio guestbook, custom frames, and AI photobook printing. For hosts running multiple events per year, the Host+ annual pass (£49.99) bundles savings across all per-event tiers. Professional event planners and venues can choose the Pro Organiser subscription (£9.99 per month) for client management and team features.
Works on any phone, no app needed
Because the guest upload form is web-based, it works on any smartphone, tablet, or computer with a camera and a browser. iOS, Android, old phones, new phones, all the same experience. Guests do not need to download an app, update an app, or have storage space available. They simply scan the QR code and upload. This makes Poolr accessible to guests who do not have Poolr installed and may never install it.
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Frequently asked questions
Do guests need to create an account to upload photos to Poolr?
No. Guests scan a QR code, open the upload form in their browser, and upload photos instantly. No email, no password, no account creation needed.
Can guests upload videos as well as photos?
Yes. On Occasion+ and higher tiers, guests can upload video clips alongside photos. Both are stored in the shared album at full quality.
How long are guest photos stored in Poolr?
On the Free tier, photos are kept for 7 days. On Moment, Occasion, Forever, and annual Host+ tiers, photos are retained indefinitely (or for 2 years on Forever). Hosts can download all photos as a ZIP file at any time.
Can I show uploaded photos on a screen during my event?
Yes, on Occasion tier and above. The live photo wall displays uploads in real time on a connected display, with optional moderation. This encourages more guests to share and creates a dynamic visual backdrop.
What if a guest does not have a QR code scanner?
Most modern phones open a QR scanner from the camera app automatically. If not, guests can use the direct link to the upload form (no QR required). Poolr also works on desktop for guests who prefer to upload from a computer.
Can I download all photos my guests upload?
Yes. Hosts on all paid tiers can bulk download every photo as a single ZIP file, including full-resolution originals and any custom overlays applied.