Photo search is a special case of reverse image search, that is, a search in which the input data is photos, and the result is photos similar to the original ones.

Photo search is performed in two stages. First, an index is built from the photos intended for search. And then, in the already created index, a search is performed on the reference photographic image. The search is based on a comparison of specially calculated hashes of photo images.

This online Photo search app uses the GroupDocs.Search library, which implements a reverse search function based on indexing specially calculated photo hashes. Billions of searchable photos can be added to the GroupDocs.Search index.

Search in this application can be performed:

in separate image files of various formats;
in ZIP archives;
in various documents that support image embedding.

The search is performed by photo in a separate file in one of the supported formats. When searching, it is possible to set the minimum level of similarity between the original photo and the resulting photos found.

How to search photo

Click inside the image file drop area to upload a photo or drag & drop it.
Click inside the document or archive drop area to upload a document or ZIP archive or drag & drop it.
Once uploads complete, you will be able to perform photo search in your document or archive.
Set the desired minimum photo similarity value under the file upload areas.
Get results by clicking the "Search" button.
Add more files with "Add files" button.
Select added files to include them into the index and perform searches.

Frequently asked questions

How does the online app Photo Search work?

The search is performed in two stages. First, images are added to an index. And only then the search is performed in the index.
What about privacy, is it safe to use the online app Photo Search?

Access to your folder with uploaded and indexed files is only available to someone who has a link. All uploaded files are deleted from the servers after 24 hours.
Is an internet connection required to use the online app Photo Search?

This application is client-server. If you lose your internet connection while using the app, you won't be able to get search results.
Can I search on Linux, Mac OS, Android?

You can search from any device, regardless of the operating system, that has a modern browser and an internet connection.

Photo search

Perform photo search in archives, individual image files, and various documents.

How to search photo

Frequently asked questions

How does the online app Photo Search work?

What about privacy, is it safe to use the online app Photo Search?

Is an internet connection required to use the online app Photo Search?

Can I search on Linux, Mac OS, Android?

File formats supported by Photo search app