Custom-Built Online Sharing

Introduction

Foto Master Photo Booth software provides five methods for sharing media with event participants. Four are built-in options, while the fifth allows users to "custom-build your own online sharing method."

Types of Online Sharing

Method #1: Email via Foto Master's Servers

• Cost: Free
• Key advantage: Good deliverability, analytics, no setup required
• Limitation: Messages use Foto Master sender address

Method #2: MMS via Free Carrier Services

• Cost: Free
• Key advantage: No setup needed
• Limitation: Unpredictable deliverability without guaranteed results

Method #3: MMS via Twilio Account

• Cost: ~$4 setup plus per-message fees
• Key advantage: "Excellent reliable deliverability" and cost-effective
• Limitation: Businesses without EIN may face approval challenges

Method #4: Social Media via iPad & Third-Party App

• Cost: iPad, stand, app subscription
• Key advantage: Seamless media transfer
• Limitation: Security concerns with account login requirements

Method #5: Custom-Built Online Sharing

• Cost: Varies by development scope
• Key advantage: Complete control with no constraints
• Limitation: Financially risky without clear ROI planning

Custom-Built Online Sharing Details

Required Data

Users implementing custom sharing need:

1. Photo or video file
2. Contact information (phone/email)
3. Message title
4. Message body

Setup Process

Navigate to Globals → MMS, input custom web URLs into SMS Service PHP and Email Service PHP fields, then save. The software queues data automatically if internet disconnects.

Custom Integration Details

Custom endpoints receive data via HTTP POST, including file content, recipient information, and message text. Foto Master can provide sample PHP scripts through support channels for approved custom sharing setups.