Take every car photo your listing needs — in one guided session.
Car Photo Checklist is the iOS app that walks you through every required angle for Cars & Bids, Bring a Trailer, eBay Motors, dealer inventory, rentals, and insurance.
Free first checklist · No sign-up · 21 MB · iOS 18.6+
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Quick answer
Car Photo Checklist is an iOS app that walks you through every required car photo angle for selling, listings, auctions, and documentation. For a strong online listing, take 20–40 photos covering: front, rear, both sides, front 3/4, rear 3/4, full interior, odometer, engine bay, trunk, all four tires, and close-ups of any damage. The free tier covers one complete checklist plus one PDF export; Pro is $9.99 for unlimited use. All photos remain on your device.
How it works
Three steps from car parked to listing ready.
No training required. Anyone on your team can follow it perfectly.
Pick a vehicle profile
Start a new checklist for the car you are listing. The checklist adapts to that vehicle’s required angles — sedan, SUV, EV, or classic.
Capture each required angle
A camera viewfinder shows what to shoot next, in the right order. Tap to capture; the checklist ticks off automatically.
Export a shareable PDF
Get a clean, captioned photo set ready for any listing or platform. Email, AirDrop, or save to Files in one tap.
Features
Built to be the only car photo workflow you need.
Required-angle enforcement
Every standard exterior and interior angle is checklisted in the correct order. Skip-protection prevents missed shots.
Built around major platforms
Sized and ordered to satisfy Cars & Bids, Bring a Trailer, eBay Motors, Facebook Marketplace, and Carvana.
One-tap PDF export
A clean, captioned PDF you can attach to any listing. Page-numbered, brand-consistent, dealer-ready.
Privacy-first storage
Photos stay on your iPhone. No upload, no sync, no account. Apple’s “Data Not Collected” label confirms it.
Re-export anytime (Pro)
Buyer asked for more shots? Open the saved checklist, add the photos, and re-export instantly.
Dealer & fleet workflow (Pro)
Standardize capture across porters and managers. Every car looks like it was shot by the same person.
Use cases
One proven process. Any seller.
Private sellers
Cars & Bids · BaT · eBay · Facebook
- Avoid rejected listings and reshoots
- Save $200–$500 on a professional photographer
- Follow a checklist used by serious sellers
Dealers & fleets
Multi-person operations
- Standardize photos across the team
- 8–12 cars per porter per shift
- Zero-training onboarding
Rental & fleet ops
Pickup & return handover
- Stop pre/post-rental damage disputes
- 20-photo handover in 10 minutes
- Renter sign-off attaches to the contract
Insurance & lease return
Defensible documentation
- Timestamped PDF accepted by major insurers
- Dispute wear-and-tear charges with evidence
- Hail, flood, vandalism, theft documentation
Pricing
Try free. Upgrade when you sell more than one car.
No account, no email required to start.
Free
Get started- 1 complete car photo checklist
- 1 PDF export
- All platform templates included
- On-device privacy
- No sign-up. No email. No tracking.
Pro
Billed by Apple. Cancel anytime in Settings.
- Unlimited checklists
- Unlimited PDF exports
- Edit & re-export past projects
- Dealer & fleet workflow
- All Free-tier features
Privacy
Your photos stay on your iPhone.
Listings can contain license plates, VINs, garage addresses, and personal items. Car Photo Checklist never sends any of it off your device.
On-device only
No upload, no sync, no cloud backup.
No sign-up
No email, no account, no password.
No tracking
No analytics SDKs, no advertising IDs.
Apple verified
"Data Not Collected" privacy label on App Store.
Why we built this
Built from a real seller’s headache.
When I tried to sell my own car on Cars & Bids, the photo process was painful: endless requirements, missed angles, reshoots, and a $300+ quote from a photographer just to shoot a daily-driver Civic.
So I built the checklist I wished I’d had. On my first sale with it I skipped the photographer, the listing was approved without revisions, and the car sold above estimate.
That’s the only goal here: take the back-and-forth out of car photography for sellers, dealers, and anyone who needs consistent documentation.
— Jiu Hong Deng, Founder, Car Photo Checklist
Read the full storyGuides & resources
Long-form guides for every selling scenario.
Written for private sellers, dealers, and anyone documenting a vehicle.
Sell My Car Photos
What 20–40 photos a private seller needs.
How Many Photos Do You Need?
Platform-by-platform comparison: 12 to 150 photos.
Facebook Marketplace Car Photos
15–25 photos that drive Facebook inquiries.
Cars & Bids Photo Guide
Auction-specific requirements broken down.
Bring a Trailer Photo Guide
80–150 photos plus walkaround video for BaT.
For Dealerships
Standardize photo capture across your lot.
eBay Motors Photo Guide
The 24-photo strategy that drives bids.
Craigslist Car Photos
24-photo strategy beating compression.
Carvana Sell Photo Guide
Protect your offer with pickup-day photos.
CarMax Photo Guide
Online offer vs in-person appraisal.
AutoTrader Photo Guide
30 photos that drive AutoTrader clicks.
Cars.com Photo Guide
Stand out against dealer listings.
OfferUp Car Photo Guide
Maximize the 12-photo budget.
Insurance Claim Photo Guide
Defensible evidence for claim adjusters.
Rental Fleet Documentation
Pickup & return photos that stop disputes.
Lease Return Photo Guide
Dispute wear-and-tear charges with evidence.
Used Car Photo Checklist
Buyer and seller checklist.
Car Photography Angles
Every standard exterior and interior angle.
How to Take Great Photos
Lighting, composition, framing fundamentals.
Free Printable PDF
Downloadable checklist for the field.
Vehicle Photo Guides
Model-specific guides: Civic, Camry, F-150, M3, Miata…
Sell by State
CA, TX, FL, NY, PA — DMV-specific guidance.
FAQ Hub
50+ answers organized by topic.
Glossary
Every car photography term defined.
Trade-In Photo Protection
Lock in your dealer offer with pickup-day photos.
Vehicle Handover
20-photo set + mutual sign-off at delivery.
Title Transfer Records
Federal odometer law and post-sale evidence.
Personal Car Records
Annual baseline for insurance and theft protection.
Auto Shop Intake
Prevent shop-vs-customer damage disputes.
Car Export Documentation
40+ photo international sale workflow.
EV Photo Checklist
Battery health, charge port, FSD hardware.
Night Car Photography
When to skip night photos (usually).
Best Time of Day for Car Photos
Golden hour and overcast wins.
iPhone Camera Settings for Cars
Defaults work — here is what to change.
App vs Photographer
When to hire a pro vs do it yourself.
Classic Car Photos
60–120 photo BaT-grade documentation for vintage.
Pickup Truck Photos
Bed, undercarriage, hitch — 28–40 photos.
Sports Car Angles
Stance, hero, and wheel detail technique.
Winter Car Photos
AWD opportunity + snow background strategy.
Indoor / Garage Photography
When forced indoors — single-source lighting.
Sunny Day Car Photos
Beating harsh light — open shade strategy.
iPhone Tripod for Cars
The $20 accessory that levels up consistency.
Car Photography Lighting
Soft daylight wins — equipment worth buying.
Cars & Bids vs Bring a Trailer
Auction site decision framework.
Facebook Marketplace vs Craigslist
Cross-list both for max buyer pool.
Frequently asked
Answers, before you ask.
What photos do I need to sell a car?
How many photos should I post for a Facebook Marketplace car listing?
How many photos for a Cars & Bids submission?
Will the app help with Bring a Trailer listings?
What is the best order to photograph a car in?
What time of day should I take car photos?
How do I photograph the odometer?
Is the app really free?
What is the difference between Free and Pro?
How do I cancel Car Photo Checklist Pro?
Do I need a tripod or professional camera?
What iPhone camera settings should I use for car photos?
Do my photos leave the device?
Is Car Photo Checklist legit, and who builds it?
Should I hire a photographer instead of using this app?
Which devices and iOS versions are supported?
Does Car Photo Checklist work offline?
Can dealerships use this on their lot?
Can I use this for insurance claims, rental returns, or lease return inspections?
Why does my auction-site listing keep getting rejected?
Will you add an Android version?
How do I report a bug or request a feature?
Get your listing approved — the first time.
A guided checklist built around real auction standards. Free first checklist. No sign-up. No tracking.
iOS 18.6+ · iPad & Apple Silicon Mac & Vision Pro supported