Alex Tran and Zack Pollard (Immich)

In this episode of Self-Host Cast, hosts Alex and Zach from the Immich development team share the story behind Immich, their recent collaboration with FUTO, a funding organization for open-source projects, and the community's response to a new paid "supporter" option. They clarify that this option is designed to support Immich's long-term sustainability while keeping the platform free for users. The developers address misconceptions about licensing and reaffirm their dedication to remaining open-source. Additionally, they discuss their collaborative approach to development, despite being spread across different locations, and reveal exciting future plans, including new features and the possibility of a hosted Immich service.