Photos guideAbout 2 minVerified

Share a shared album by link and set an expiration

Share a shared album by link and set an expiration — verified step-by-step guidance.

Follow a clear sequence grounded in current Apple documentation.

When this helps

Labels can vary slightly by iOS version and current settings.

STEPS

How to do it

  1. 1

    Open Shared Albums

    In Photos, open Collections → Shared Albums.

  2. 2

    Start a shared album

    Tap Add, then choose photos, an album name, and sharing options.

  3. 3

    Choose link sharing

    In Sharing Options, choose Anyone with the Link.

  4. 4

    Set the 30-day expiration

    If desired, turn on Make Album Temporary so it expires after 30 days, then tap Done.

When you are done

Done.

C

Bring your next “Can I do this?” or “I’m stuck” to CanMyFlow.

Find verified help for common problems, Photos, Shortcuts, and more by starting with what you want to do.

View CanMyFlow on the App Store