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LightSync Pro – Import & Sync Cloud Photos & Designs

LightSync Pro – Import & Sync Cloud Photos & Designs

By lightsyncpro
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Description

LightSync Pro connects your favorite creative platforms directly to WordPress and Shopify. Edit an image in Lightroom, Canva, Figma, or Dropbox and sync it to your site without downloading, renaming, or re-uploading anything.

How It Works

  1. Connect — Authorize your Lightroom, Canva, Figma, or Dropbox account with one click via secure OAuth
  2. Browse — See your cloud albums, designs, files, and folders right inside WordPress
  3. Choose Destination — Sync to WordPress, Shopify, or both simultaneously
  4. Sync — Select images and sync them with automatic WebP compression

Supported Sources

  • Adobe Lightroom — Browse albums, select photos, choose rendition sizes, and sync with version history
  • Canva — Browse designs, sync individual pages as images
  • Figma — Browse teams, projects, and files; sync individual frames as images
  • Dropbox — Browse folders, preview images, and sync files directly

Sync Destinations

  • WordPress Media Library — Images sync as standard attachments, ready to use in posts, pages, and galleries
  • Shopify Files — Sync images directly to your Shopify store’s Files library for use in products, collections, and themes

Key Features

  • Cloud-Native OAuth — Secure broker-based authentication handles all API credentials. No developer keys required.
  • Shopify Integration — Connect your Shopify store and sync images from any source to Shopify Files
  • WebP Compression — Automatic image optimization on sync saves bandwidth and improves page speed
  • Non-Destructive Updates — Re-sync an image and the existing attachment is updated in place — all posts using that image update automatically
  • Weekly Digest — Email summary of all sync activity to keep your team informed
  • Background Sync — Large batches process in the background so you can keep working
  • Activity Feed — See your complete sync history with timestamps and details

Third-Party Services

This plugin connects to external services to provide its functionality. By using this plugin, you agree to the terms of service and privacy policies of the following services:

LightSync Pro Broker Service

This plugin uses lightsyncpro.com as a secure OAuth broker to handle authentication with cloud platforms and Shopify. The broker temporarily processes OAuth tokens to establish connections but does not store your personal data or cloud content.

Adobe Lightroom

When you connect Adobe Lightroom, this plugin accesses your Lightroom catalog and albums via the Adobe Lightroom API to retrieve and sync your photos.

Canva

When you connect Canva, this plugin accesses your Canva designs via the Canva Connect API to retrieve and sync design images.

Figma

When you connect Figma, this plugin accesses your Figma files via the Figma API to retrieve and sync frame images.

Dropbox

When you connect Dropbox, this plugin accesses your Dropbox files via the Dropbox API to retrieve and sync images.

Shopify

When you connect Shopify, this plugin uploads synced images to your Shopify store’s Files library via the Shopify Admin API.

AI Insights (Optional)

If you enable the AI Insights feature and provide your own API key, this plugin sends image URLs to either Anthropic (Claude) or OpenAI (GPT) for visual analysis and optimization suggestions. No data is sent unless you explicitly configure and use this feature.

Google Fonts

This plugin loads the Montserrat font from Google Fonts on the plugin admin page for UI styling.

Who Is This For?

  • Photographers using Lightroom who publish portfolios on WordPress or sell prints on Shopify
  • Designers who create in Canva or Figma and need images on their website or store
  • Agencies managing client sites with images stored in cloud platforms
  • Shopify merchants who want cloud images in their store without manual uploads
  • Content teams who want to eliminate the download-upload workflow

Upgrade to Pro

The free version includes full manual sync for all four sources to WordPress and Shopify with WebP compression. Upgrade to LightSync Pro for:

  • Automatic sync scheduling — Set it and forget it. Albums and folders stay in sync automatically.
  • AVIF compression — Next-gen image format for even smaller file sizes
  • AI Insights — AI-powered alt text generation, visual analysis, and SEO optimization
  • Priority support — Direct access to the development team

Screenshots

  • Dashboard — Browse and manage your connected cloud sources
  • Lightroom — Select albums and photos to sync
  • Canva — Browse and sync your Canva designs
  • Figma — Navigate teams, projects, and files to sync frames
  • Dropbox — Browse folders and sync images

Blocks

This plugin provides 1 block.

  • LightSync Pro Gallery

Installation

  1. Upload the lightsyncpro folder to /wp-content/plugins/
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
  3. Go to LightSync Pro in your admin sidebar
  4. Connect your first source (Lightroom, Canva, Figma, or Dropbox)
  5. Optionally connect your Shopify store under the Sync Destinations tab
  6. Browse your cloud content and click Sync

Requirements

  • WordPress 5.8 or higher
  • PHP 7.4 or higher
  • An account with at least one supported platform (Lightroom, Canva, Figma, or Dropbox)
  • A Shopify store (optional, for Shopify sync)

FAQ

Do I need API keys or developer accounts?

No. LightSync Pro uses a secure broker system that handles all API authentication. You just click “Connect” and authorize through the platform’s standard OAuth flow. This applies to both cloud sources and Shopify.

Will syncing images slow down my site?

No. Images are synced to your WordPress Media Library as standard attachments. They’re served from your hosting like any other image. Automatic WebP compression actually makes your site faster.

Can I sync to both WordPress and Shopify at the same time?

Yes. Choose “Both” as your sync destination and images will be synced to your WordPress Media Library and Shopify Files library simultaneously.

What happens when I edit an image in Lightroom/Canva/Figma?

You can re-sync it. LightSync Pro will update the existing attachment in place — every post, page, and gallery using that image will automatically show the updated version. Shopify files are updated the same way.

Is my cloud account data secure?

Yes. LightSync Pro never stores your cloud platform credentials on your WordPress site. Authentication is handled through a secure broker that manages OAuth tokens on your behalf.

Can I sync to multiple WordPress sites?

Each WordPress installation connects independently. The free version supports one WordPress site per installation.

What image formats are supported?

LightSync Pro supports JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and WebP source images. All images can be automatically converted to WebP on sync for optimal web performance.

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Changelog

2.0.2

  • NEW: Shopify integration — sync images from any source to Shopify Files
  • NEW: Sync Destinations tab — connect and manage your Shopify store
  • NEW: Choose destination per source — sync to WordPress, Shopify, or both
  • NEW: Shopify sync status badges show which images have been synced
  • Fixed: WebP compression now applies to Shopify uploads (Dropbox, Figma, Canva)
  • Fixed: WebP compression toggle works independently (no longer tied to AVIF)
  • Fixed: Figma files now sync correctly to Shopify when destination is “both” or “shopify”
  • Fixed: Dropbox foreground sync now shows proper progress modal
  • Fixed: Celebration modal no longer repeats on every Dropbox/Figma sync
  • Fixed: Foreground sync correctly reports Shopify-only syncs as successful
  • Improved: Sanitized all user inputs for WordPress.org compliance
  • Improved: Third-party service disclosures for AI Insights and Google Fonts
  • Improved: Removed Hub references from free version

2.0.1

  • Fixed: Logo display in dashboard command bar
  • Fixed: Weekly digest email toggle now saves correctly
  • Fixed: Weekly digest test email now includes demo data
  • Fixed: Figma export settings simplified (WebP @ 2x default)
  • Fixed: Relink button now only shows for Lightroom sources
  • Improved: Email-compatible icons in weekly digest
  • Added: Third-party service disclosures for WordPress.org compliance

2.0.0

  • NEW: Added Canva, Figma, and Dropbox source support (previously Lightroom only)
  • NEW: Source tabs for switching between connected platforms
  • NEW: Background sync for large batches
  • NEW: WebP compression on all sources
  • NEW: Weekly digest email summaries
  • Improved: Refreshed admin UI with modern design
  • Improved: Better error handling and sync logging

1.0.0

  • Initial release with Lightroom sync support

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