How to Order Professional Photo Prints Using Shutterfly

Turn your phone photos into real prints, canvas prints, or photo books. Shutterfly makes it simple — order from your phone and prints arrive at your door.

In this guide (5 steps):

1.Download the Shutterfly App
2.Upload Your Photos
3.Choose Print Size and Quantity
4.Choose Matte or Glossy Finish
5.Check Out and Choose Delivery

Download the Shutterfly App

~15s

Search "Shutterfly" in the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android). Install the app. Tap "Sign up" to create a free account with your email address and a password.

Upload Your Photos

~23s

In the app, tap "Prints & Enlargements" or "Create." Tap "Add photos" and allow Shutterfly access to your photo library. Browse your camera roll and tap each photo you want to print — a checkmark appears on selected photos. Tap "Next" when done.

Quick Tip

Select the best quality photos — ones that are in sharp focus and well-lit will print most clearly. Blurry or very dark photos do not print well.

Choose Print Size and Quantity

~15s

For each photo, select the size (4x6, 5x7, 8x10) and the number of copies. The total price updates as you add items. Standard 4x6 prints are the most affordable option.

Choose Matte or Glossy Finish

~15s

Glossy prints are shiny and vivid — colors pop. Matte prints have a flat finish that does not reflect light. Matte is easier to see in direct sunlight and is often preferred for framing. Glossy is more common for casual everyday prints.

Check Out and Choose Delivery

~21s

Tap your cart and review your order. Enter your shipping address. Choose standard shipping (5-7 days) or expedited. Enter a payment method. Tap "Place order." You receive a confirmation email and a tracking number when the order ships.

Quick Tip

Search for "Shutterfly promo code" in a browser before checking out — active discount codes are often available that reduce your total by 20-40%.

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Shutterfly is an online photo printing service that lets you order prints, photo books, canvas prints, mugs, calendars, and other personalized products using photos from your phone. You select your photos, choose a product, pay online, and your order arrives by mail. No trips to a photo counter required.

Standard 4x6 prints through Shutterfly cost around $0.29 each (prices vary by promotion — Shutterfly frequently offers discounts). Larger prints, canvases, and books cost more. First-time users often receive a promotional offer for free prints.

Shutterfly has a free app for iPhone and Android. You upload photos from your phone's camera roll to create your order. The app is well-designed and guides you through each step — choosing photos, arranging them, selecting paper type, and checking out.

Photo prints make meaningful gifts for grandchildren, holiday cards, and wall décor. A set of 20 recent family photos printed and mailed to a relative who does not use smartphones is a thoughtful gift that costs only a few dollars.

Shutterfly stores all uploaded photos in your free online account indefinitely. This means you can reorder prints of the same photos years later, or access them from any device.

Competitors to Shutterfly include Walgreens Photos (for same-day pickup at a local store), CVS Photo, and Snapfish. For same-day prints without shipping wait time, Walgreens is the best option. For bulk orders, books, and higher quality, Shutterfly is well-regarded.

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