Export Directly from Lightroom to FlipZap
Seamlessly sync your edited photos from Adobe Lightroom Classic to FlipZap cloud folders with our powerful plugin. Zero manual uploads required.
One-Click Export
Export selected photos or entire collections directly to event folders. No more manual drag-and-drop — just select and send with a single click.
Smart Metadata Sync
Automatically transfers EXIF data, keywords, and custom metadata fields. Your catalog organization carries over seamlessly to the cloud.
Batch Processing
Process hundreds of photos simultaneously with our multi-threaded upload engine. Perfect for large wedding shoots and corporate events.
Get Started in 4 Simple Steps
From download to your first export — the complete walkthrough for connecting Lightroom Classic to FlipZap.
Download & Install
Get the FlipZap Lightroom Plugin up and running in under two minutes. Compatible with Adobe Lightroom Classic 10.0 and above on both Windows and macOS.
Quick Installation Steps
- 1 Download the FlipZap Lightroom Plugin (.zip) from the downloads page
- 2 Open Lightroom Classic → File → Plugin Manager → Add
- 3 Select the extracted plugin folder
- 4 Plugin appears in the export dialog — ready to use
API Token Setup
- 1 Open FlipZap Web Dashboard → Settings → API Tokens
- 2 Generate a new API token with export permissions
- 3 In Lightroom → FlipZap Plugin Settings → Paste your API token
- 4 Click 'Verify Connection' — green checkmark confirms sync
Connect Your Account
Securely link your FlipZap studio account to the Lightroom plugin using API tokens. Token-based authentication ensures your credentials never leave the dashboard.
Configure Export Settings
Customize every aspect of your export pipeline — from watermark placement and image quality to metadata handling and folder mapping. Set it once and forget it.
Export Configuration
- 1 Set default event folder mapping for organized delivery
- 2 Configure watermark rules — overlay position, opacity, custom logo
- 3 Set JPEG quality and resize parameters for optimal delivery
- 4 Enable/disable metadata stripping for guest galleries
Export Workflow
- 1 Select photos in Lightroom Library or Develop module
- 2 File → Export → FlipZap Cloud Export
- 3 Choose target event folder from your synced list
- 4 Hit Export — photos sync seamlessly in the background
Start Exporting
With everything configured, exporting is effortless. Select your photos, choose a destination folder, and let the plugin handle the rest. Background syncing means you can keep editing while files upload.
Power Features for Pro Workflows
Go beyond basic exports with intelligent automation designed for high-volume studios.
Auto-Sync Collections
Map Lightroom collections directly to FlipZap events for automatic syncing. Every new photo added to a collection is instantly queued for upload — zero manual intervention.
Custom Watermark Engine
Apply studio logos with configurable position, size, and opacity. Set different watermark profiles per event or client — from subtle corner branding to full overlay protection.
Conflict Resolution
Smart duplicate detection prevents re-uploading existing files. The plugin compares file hashes and metadata to avoid bandwidth waste and folder clutter.
Offline Queue
Photos queued while offline are automatically uploaded when your connection is restored. Perfect for on-location shoots where Wi-Fi is unreliable or unavailable.
Ready to Streamline Your Workflow?
Download the FlipZap Lightroom Plugin today and start exporting photos directly to your event folders. No more manual uploads — ever.