Introducing SmugMug’s API 2.0, Now in Open Beta

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3 min readDec 2, 2014

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Today we’re thrilled to announce that SmugMug’s API is ready for tinkerers to play with and explore. If you’re one of the lucky folks who have written apps for us, you already know that a new API was a long time in the works, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

What’s new in Version 2.0?

SmugMug’s API 2.0 is a major rewrite of our original API, and fully supports the new SmugMug platform that we launched at the end of July 2013. This version is the basis on which we built some of SmugMug’s most-loved and best-used new features, like our mobile app, the site-wide Organizer, our official Lightroom plugin, and our in-gallery Photo Tools. Millions of people use these features every day, verifying the new API’s performance and stability.

This version is in open beta and, as with all beta software, we may need to make some changes to it. But you can use it now and we really hope you’ll like what you see.

You’ll find all the info and documentation on API 2.0 right here.

What about the old versions?

You’ll still have access to API versions 1.3.0 and 1.2.2, but we’ll only update them for essential, critical fixes. To fully take advantage of SmugMug’s new features (like our 7-layers-deep folder structure), you’ll need to update your apps to API 2.0.

We’ll keep you updated on when 2.0 is out of beta, as well as a timeline for phasing out and shutting down APIs 1.3.0 and 1.2.2. We’ll be sure the timeline gives you plenty of time for you to migrate your apps.

I’m not a geek. Why should I care?

Even if you’re not a developer, APIs are great for you. They’re what bring great third-party programs like Star Explorer, Smugglr, and tons of others to the SmugMug table! With the new version, you can expect to see updates to existing apps that you use, and brand-new apps that work with today’s SmugMug and all its great features.

I AM a geek. How do I get started?

We can’t wait to see what you build, so here’s what you need to do next:

Questions? Find us over at api@smugmug.com and in the API forum at Digital Grin. Since it’s in beta, we’d love to hear your feedback and suggestions on version 2.0.

Thanks so much to all of our developers for being such an important part of our SmugMug team!

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