iPhone & iPad
Skip the
Camera Roll.
Send photos & videos directly to your iCloud folders.
Download on the App Store
Send photos & videos directly to your iCloud folders.
Download on the App Store
Add as many folders as you need and switch between them any time.
Capture photo or video in portrait or landscape.
Never added to your Camera Roll.
Where do my photos and videos go?
Directly to the iCloud folder you've selected as your destination. You can set up as many destinations as you want and switch between them before each shot.
Why don't my photos appear in the Camera Roll?
That's by design — Direct Shot saves to your iCloud folder instead of Photos. This keeps your library clean and your files organized exactly where you want them.
What if I'm offline?
Direct Shot saves the file to your device first. iCloud uploads it automatically the next time your connection is restored.
What iCloud plan do I need?
Any iCloud plan works, including the free 5GB tier — as long as you have available storage.
How do I use the widget?
Add the Direct Shot widget to your home screen or lock screen from the Widgets menu. It shows your current destination and opens the camera in one tap.
How do I change video quality settings?
Tap the Settings icon from the main screen. Resolution and frame rate options are filtered to what your device actually supports.
How do I change image quality settings?
Tap the Settings icon from the main screen. Resolution and file size options are available based on your preference.
Last updated: June 2, 2026
Direct Shot ("the app") is built with a simple principle: your photos and videos are yours. The app does not collect, store, transmit, or share any personal data.
Direct Shot uses your device's camera and microphone to capture photos and videos, then saves them directly to iCloud folders you choose. All of this happens on your device — we have no servers, no accounts, and no analytics.
These permissions are used solely to provide the app's core functionality. No data leaves your device except to your own iCloud account.
Direct Shot does not use any third-party analytics, advertising SDKs, or tracking tools. No data is sold or shared with anyone.
If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted at this URL with a new "last updated" date.
Questions? Email jeremybconn@gmail.com