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Professional Free Image Hosting Platform: Pics Shade

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())
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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);
});
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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.

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