Why Is It so Hard to Share an iCloud Photo Album with Non-Apple Users?

I store my photos in iCloud. I'm irritated that I can only share these pictures with other iPhone users. I now have to register with a different service to share them on my PC, Android, etc. Why is sharing an iCloud photo album with non-Apple users so hard?

The main reason sharing iCloud photo library with non-Apple users is difficult is because iCloud is designed for Apple devices, and its sharing features are mainly targeted at Apple users. There are some limitations when sharing with non-Apple users.

• Format and Compatibility
• Security and Privacy
• User experience
• Technical limitations

iCloud Photo Library mainly supports seamless sharing between Apple devices. It may not be directly compatible with other non-Apple devices or systems. This may result in photos being shared without retaining their original format, quality, and editing. Apple has implemented a series of security and privacy measures in iCloud to protect the integrity and confidentiality of user data. When sharing with non-Apple users, these security measures can make sharing more complex and difficult.

Since non-Apple devices cannot directly access iCloud services, access may need to be done through a web browser or other third-party applications. This may degrade the user experience as these platforms may not offer the same smoothness as Apple devices. There are some methods to export or convert photos in iCloud Photo Library to other formats for sharing. However, this process may involve complex operating steps and technical knowledge.

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