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Snap Studioz Snap Studioz GUIDE
SETUP GUIDE

Set up your booth in minutes.

Snap Studioz runs on a device you already own. This guide walks you through a do-it-yourself setup, from creating your account to the last photo of the night.

  1. 01
    Create an event

    Account, looks and branding.

  2. 02
    Prepare a device

    iPad or laptop with webcam.

  3. 03
    Set up the spot

    Stand, backdrop, light, Wi-Fi.

  4. 04
    Go live

    Lock kiosk mode and open the wall.

01ACCOUNT

Create your account and event.

  1. 1
    Sign up

    Create an account with your work email. Team members can join later by invite.

  2. 2
    Create an event

    Add the event name, date and the hours the booth will run.

  3. 3
    Choose looks

    Pick the AI styles guests can choose from. Preview each with a test photo.

  4. 4
    Add branding

    Upload your logo and colours for the booth screen, photo frame and delivery email.

  5. 5
    Review consent

    Check the consent screen guests will see. Turn on guardian confirmation for family events.

02HARDWARE

Pick one device.

Either works. An iPad is the simplest. A laptop suits a desk or table setup.

iPad

RECOMMENDED
  • ModelA recent iPad on the latest iPadOS
  • CameraFront camera, landscape
  • BrowserSafari
  • LockGuided Access
  • Also bringFloor stand, charger, long cable

Laptop + webcam

  • SystemUp-to-date Windows or macOS
  • CameraExternal 1080p USB webcam, mounted at eye level
  • BrowserChrome or Edge
  • LockFull-screen kiosk window
  • Also bringTouchscreen or mouse, power adapter
03WI-FI & NETWORK

A steady connection is the one must-have.

Photos are styled in the cloud, so the booth needs internet the whole time it runs.

Booth Secured Wi-Fi Snap Studioz cloud Guest email Gallery wall
  • Secured networkPassword-protected Wi-Fi. Avoid open public networks.
  • No sign-in pageNetworks that ask you to accept terms in a browser pop-up can drop the booth mid-event. Ask the venue for a direct password.
  • Test upload speedRun a speed test from the booth spot, not the lobby. Upload speed matters more than download.
  • Backup planKeep a phone hotspot ready in case venue Wi-Fi slows down at peak times.
04RECOMMENDED SETUP

Stand, wall, light.

A plain wall and soft front light make every look better. Here's the layout we recommend, seen from above.

PLAIN WALL OR BACKDROP Guest posing zone ≈ 1.5–2 m Booth on stand Soft light Outlet Wallscreen Queue

iPad stand

A weighted, lockable floor stand with the camera at adult eye level. Landscape orientation.

Wall or backdrop

Plain and uncluttered. Avoid windows and mirrors behind guests.

Light

Soft light from the front, beside the booth. Never bright light behind the guests.

Flow

Leave room for a queue to one side, clear of doorways and walkways. Tape down every cable.

05KIOSK SETUP

Lock the device to the booth.

BEFORE YOU START
  • Device charged and plugged in
  • System and browser up to date
  • Connected to the event Wi-Fi
  • Notifications and auto-lock turned off
  1. 1
    Open the booth link

    In Safari, sign in and open your event's booth page.

  2. 2
    Add to Home Screen

    Share → Add to Home Screen, then open it from the icon for a full-screen view.

  3. 3
    Allow the camera

    Tap Allow when asked. Check framing in the preview.

  4. 4
    Turn on Guided Access

    Settings → Accessibility → Guided Access. Set a passcode only you know.

  5. 5
    Start the session

    Triple-click the side or Home button to lock the iPad to the booth.

06RUNNING THE EVENT

Guests take it from here.

  1. 01
    Consent

    Plain-language screen.

  2. 02
    Pick a look

    From your approved styles.

  3. 03
    Pose

    Ten-second countdown.

  4. 04
    Inbox

    Emailed in about 25 seconds.

Tip: take one test photo before guests arrive to check light, framing and delivery.

PREFER HANDS-OFF?

We can bring and set up everything.

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FAQ

Common questions.

No. Guests are guided on screen from consent to delivery. It helps to check in every hour or so.