Professional Free Image Hosting Platform: Pics Shade

Overview

Pics Shade is a comprehensive image hosting solution designed for both individuals and businesses. It offers an intuitive platform for uploading, managing, and delivering images with a focus on ease of integration and scalability.

Key Features

• Freemium Model: Start for free with up to 10,000 images.
• API Key-based Uploads: Seamlessly integrate with your application using API key authentication.
• CDN Delivery: Serve images quickly and reliably through a global CDN.
• Image Management: Organize images with tags and folders for efficient management.
• Advanced Integrations: Includes support for S3 storage and Cloudinary CDN, along with free image resizing.

Pricing Model

1. Free Plan:

   • Up to 10,000 images
   • API key-based uploads
   • CDN delivery
   • Image management
   • Free image resizing

2. Pro Plan ($10 per 10,000 additional images):

   • 10,000 additional images
   • Enhanced features including Cloudinary CDN integration

3. Enterprise Plan (Custom Pricing):

   • Unlimited images
   • Custom features and dedicated support

For more details on pricing and features, visit the Pics Shade Pricing Page.

API Upload Documentation

To upload an image via the API:

• Endpoint: POST /upload
• Headers: Include Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY
• Body Parameters:
  • file: The image file to be uploaded
  • tags: Optional tags for organizing the image
  • folder: Optional folder name to categorize the image

Sample Code in Python

import requests

url = "https://api.pics.shade.cool/upload"
headers = {
    "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
}
files = {
    "file": open("path/to/your/image.jpg", "rb")
}
data = {
    "tags": "example, sample",
    "folder": "my_images"
}

response = requests.post(url, headers=headers, files=files, data=data)

print(response.json())

Sample Code in JavaScript (Node.js)

const axios = require('axios');
const FormData = require('form-data');
const fs = require('fs');

const url = 'https://api.pics.shade.cool/upload';
const form = new FormData();
form.append('file', fs.createReadStream('path/to/your/image.jpg'));
form.append('tags', 'example, sample');
form.append('folder', 'my_images');

axios.post(url, form, {
    headers: {
        'Authorization': `Bearer YOUR_API_KEY`,
        ...form.getHeaders()
    }
})
.then(response => {
    console.log(response.data);
})
.catch(error => {
    console.error(error);
});

For a detailed guide, refer to the Pics Shade API Upload Documentation.

Pics Shade provides a robust and scalable solution for all your image hosting needs, combining ease of use with powerful features to ensure your images are managed and delivered efficiently.