1
Plug in your iPhone
Connect your iPhone to your Mac using a USB or USB-C cable. When prompted on your iPhone, tap Trust to allow access. PhotoPiper will detect your device automatically.
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2
Pick where to save your photos
Click the folder button to choose your destination—your Pictures folder, an external drive, or anywhere you like. PhotoPiper remembers your choice for next time.
3
Set it up your way
Configure your preferences before starting:
- HEIC → JPEG: Convert to universally compatible JPEG files.
- Date folders: Auto-organize into YYYY/MM structure.
- Skip duplicates: Only transfer photos you don't already have.
4
Hit Start and watch it go
Click Start. PhotoPiper scans your iPhone (usually just seconds), then starts copying. Real-time counters show exactly what's happening—no guesswork, no waiting and wondering.
5
Done! Check your photos
When finished, you'll see a summary of everything transferred. Click Open in Finder to view your photos immediately. Most transfers complete in under 5 minutes.
Tips for Best Results
Keep your iPhone unlocked
For fastest transfers, keep your iPhone unlocked and the screen on during the transfer. Some iOS versions throttle USB connections when the device is locked.
Use a quality cable
A damaged or low-quality cable can cause transfers to fail or run slowly. Apple's original cables or MFi-certified alternatives work best.
Free up disk space
Make sure your Mac has enough free space for all the photos you're transferring. PhotoPiper will warn you if space is running low.
Run transfers regularly
PhotoPiper's duplicate detection works best when you transfer regularly. This keeps each transfer quick since it only copies new photos.
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