Better Than Google Photos? The Ultimate Immich Setup Guide (2026)

Stop paying rent for your own memories. Here is how to build a private, unlimited Google Photos clone that lives on your computer—accessible from anywhere with zero monthly fees and zero tracking. In this guide: Install the Docker engine, build a secure private tunnel with Tailscale, and deploy the Immich gallery for automatic background backups and local AI face recognition. 📄 Full Guide & Copy-Paste Commands: https://hackmd.io/@RMLogicIO/Immich-g... ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Stop Paying for Storage 0:44 - How It Works (The Engine, Tunnel & Gallery) 1:32 - Step 1: Installing the Engine (Docker) 2:25 - Step 2: The Bridge (Installing Tailscale) 3:05 - Critical Fix: Prevent VPN Expiry (Don't Skip) 3:32 - Step 3: Installing the Gallery (Immich) 4:26 - Step 4: Initial Setup (Creating Admin Account) 5:12 - Step 5: Connecting Your Phone (Mobile App Setup) 6:16 - Step 6: How to Back Up Photos 6:30 - Demo 1: Local AI Smart Search (No Tags Needed) 7:03 - Demo 2: Map View & Face Recognition 7:32 - Outro & How to Uninstall #selfhosted #immich #privacy #linux #googlephotos #docker