A Powerful & Easy Stock Photo Management and Search Plugin designed for WordPress powered websites.
Pictono combines powerful admin tools and an elegant front-end experience to help you showcase your image library professionally and effortlessly via your own WordPress website. Whether you’re managing a stock photo site, portfolio, or image marketplace, Pictono makes image search and display intuitive, beautiful, and SEO-friendly.
🔧 Admin Dashboard – Effortless Image Management
- Centralised Control Panel
Manage your full image library with ease. Filter and search by keyword, or by custom status: Available, Not Available, or Hidden. - Bulk Editing Made Simple
Update captions, keywords, visibility status, featured flags, and download pricing — all inline, all at once. - Featured Image Selection
Draw attention to standout shots by marking them as Featured — they’ll get special prominence in your front-end gallery. - High-Resolution Focus
Automatically filter out low-res images (under 2000px) so your gallery reflects only your best work. - Seamless Uploading
Upload new images directly from the dashboard without disrupting your workflow. - User-Friendly Interface
Enjoy a responsive, intuitive UI with thumbnail previews, inline search, and smart layout. - Built-In Resource Hub
Direct access to documentation and support right inside the plugin. - Sync with The Collective
Seamlessly sync your images with The Collective at Pictono.com — a free global image marketing platform that connects your work with a worldwide audience and potential buyers.
💸 Digital Downloads – Sell Your Images Your Way
- Built-In eCommerce for Photos
Sell full-resolution image downloads directly from your website — no third-party marketplaces or add-ons needed. - Flexible Pricing Options
Set a fixed price per image, or enable “Pay What You Want” pricing with a customisable minimum amount. - PayPal Integration
Accept payments quickly and securely via PayPal — no technical setup required. - Secure & Instant Delivery
Buyers receive automatic download links immediately after purchase.
💡 Front-End Gallery & Search – A Beautiful User Experience
- Instant Keyword Search
Let visitors find images quickly with simple, fast keyword-based search. - Elegant, Responsive Grid
Display your work in a sleek gallery that looks great on all screen sizes. - Featured Images Highlighted
Curated shots get spotlighted automatically when marked as Featured. - Fullscreen Preview with Details
Click any image for a full-size view, caption, and purchase/download options in a stylish popup. - Favorites Without Accounts
Visitors can mark and save favorites locally — no registration needed. - Share Your Favorites Collection
Users can easily share their entire set of favorite images with friends or clients via social media or direct link. - Smooth Pagination
Navigate large libraries effortlessly with clean next/previous controls. - Instant Sharing Tools
Share individual images instantly via built-in social media and email buttons. - Clear Search Feedback
Result count and reset buttons make browsing frictionless and fun.
🚀 Performance, SEO & Integration – Built to Scale
- SEO-Optimised by Default
Helps search engines discover and index your images and metadata. - Automatic Image Sitemap
Your images are included in your site’s XML sitemap for better Google indexing. - Optimised Image Loading
Fast-loading galleries keep users engaged and reduce bounce rates. - Accessible & Mobile-Ready
Fully responsive and built to accessibility standards for a broader reach. - Lightweight, Clean Code
Designed for speed and flexibility — no bloat, no fluff. - Shortcode Simplicity
Add the full gallery to any page with a single shortcode — no coding required. - Future-Proof & Extensible
Built to grow with your needs — more features like advanced filters, user accounts, and license customisation are on the roadmap.
🔒 No Subscriptions. No Commissions. Just You, Your Photos, and Your Audience.
With Pictono, you’re building your own platform to sell downloads and manage your photography business with freedom — all backed by seamless PayPal integration and the chance to connect with a global audience through the Image Collective at Pictono.com. Whether you’re a full-time pro or passionate creative, Pictono gives you the tools to make it yours.