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Review summary

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Looking at 216 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers praise the platform for its supportive community, which helps photographers of all skill levels feel comfortable and inspired. Many appreciate the opportunity to learn new ideas and techniques, participate in contests, and receive constructive feedback, fostering growth and creativity. The website and app are frequently highlighted as easy to use, making it simple to share photos and connect with other enthusiasts. However, some people were dissatisfied with certain aspects, particularly regarding the terms and conditions for uploaded images, noting that photos cannot be removed or deleted and may be used by the company. A few users also found the interface confusing initially or experienced issues with login details and account suspension.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a great community of photographers who all have differing skill levels and skill sets. The variety of skills and styles is a great learning tool and helps you avoid getting too stuck in a spec... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So far I love viewbug. There are so many talented photographers on there with amazing photos. I've been able to enter some of my own photos into contests and have gotten my own compliments from other... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

’ve been a member of the VIEWBUG community for many years, and there’s hardly a day that I don’t visit the site. It’s not just a place to share my photos — it’s a space to learn, to be inspired, and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Viewbug is Great!! I haven't been doing photography for a very long time, and using this site has really kept my confidence up, as many people have commented great things on my photos, and the site it... See more


Company details

  1. Photography Service

Written by the company

Welcome to VIEWBUG ❤️ It’s Your Time To Shine! VIEWBUG is a community that brings together over 4,500,000 photographers from all over the world. It's your personal space to showcase your work, connect with other photographers, and get rewarded. VIEWBUG is more than just a website. It's a place to express creativity, share emotions, and connect with like-minded people. It's a place where you will find inspiration, motivation, and support. The mission of VIEWBUG is to create a deeper connection between people and the world with the help of great photography. But what’s in this for you? If you’re a hobbyist photographer, come to VIEWBUG to build a network, get exposure and learn from professionals. If you’re a professional photographer, come to VIEWBUG to build your brand, make money from selling your photos and empower others, and of course, make an impact. Participate in photo contests and missions. It’s a great way to showcase your work to a broader audience and get noticed by thousands of people. Ensure your ViewBug profile is complete and includes all the relevant information about your photography interests and skills. Consistently upload new photos and use unlimited hosting with the VIEWBUG Premium membership. The more active you are on ViewBug, the more exposure you'll get and the more likely you are to build a following.


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

2K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Why not enter online photo competitions?

A fun place to upload photos for low stakes competions and get inspired to shoot more often. I like seeing the varity of photos from the super talented photographers. I think some photos are heavily photoshop'd or use AI some how. But overall a lot of fun. Plus voting after competitions are closed is really fun too.

April 9, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love it

It is a good way to share your pictures. It is a great way to get your ideas out there.

April 9, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ViewBug is fun.

I do recommend all my friends to join Viewbug- whether they use high-priced cameras or simple, pocket-sized ones, because it is first and foremost fun! As an author, I use photography in my storytelling.

April 9, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Great photography site

Great photography site, I did have premium but no longer have access although I paid for it, tried to contact a few times but no luck. Tha is why I scored 3 star. But without the subscription it’s a really good app and allows you to enter competitions and uploads your photos so you have a platform to keep them altogether

April 9, 2026
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Reply from VIEWBUG

Dear Frances, thank you for being part of the VIEWBUG community! We truly value your feedback and we are always happy to assist you. You can reach out to our team directly at members@viewbug.com for any questions 24/7.

Looking forward to seeing more of your photos.
The VIEWBUG Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fun and Inspiring!

The only issue with my app is it says I’ve reached my weekly limit of uploads…every week…before I can even upload for the week…other than that it’s a great way to showcase work and see the work of others!

April 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve really enjoyed using ViewBug

I’ve really enjoyed using ViewBug! It’s a great space to showcase photography and discover new inspiration. The challenges push creativity, and it’s rewarding to see how others interpret the same themes. It’s helped me stay consistent and motivated with my work.

April 9, 2026
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