This page answers common questions about Smart Rename: Photos & Files — how it helps you organize and retrieve photos or files, how auto-renaming and Smart Folders work, and how offline data is handled on your device.
About Smart Rename
What is Smart Rename: Photos & Files?
Smart Rename is a mobile app that automatically renames and organizes photos, videos, PDFs, and documents into Smart Folders the moment you capture or upload them, eliminating messy default filenames.
What problem does Smart Rename solve?
It solves failed file retrieval. Instead of scrolling through hundreds of generic camera roll items, Smart Rename gives files context at capture so they can be located instantly later.
Is Smart Rename available on Android and iOS?
Yes. Smart Rename is available on both Android and iOS smartphones with the same core features and offline-first design.
Is Smart Rename a cloud app or a local app?
Smart Rename is a 100% local, device-based utility that works completely offline. All files and configurations are stored directly on your phone.
Who is Smart Rename meant for?
Smart Rename is designed for anyone needing fast, reliable file organization — including professionals, doctors, field workers, small businesses, students, photographers, and personal users.
Smart Folders & Auto Rename
What are Smart Folders in Smart Rename?
Smart Folders are context-based folders you create once (e.g., for a person, project, event, or subject). Every file captured or uploaded into a Smart Folder is automatically renamed and saved there without manual sorting.
How does file auto-renaming work?
Smart Rename automatically names files using your folder context and capture/upload date, giving every item a descriptive, searchable name instead of generic numbers.
Do files get renamed at capture or later?
Files are renamed at the moment of capture or import. This captures correct context while details are fresh.
Can I rename existing files on my phone?
Yes. You can import existing photos, videos, PDFs, or documents from your phone into Smart Rename to automatically rename and organize them inside a Smart Folder.
What happens if I edit a Smart Folder name later?
When you edit a Smart Folder name, Smart Rename can automatically rename all files inside that folder in bulk to match the updated context.
Can two Smart Folders have the same name?
Yes. Smart Rename uses unique internal identifiers to keep folders distinct, preventing conflicts and duplicate issues.
Is bulk renaming of files supported?
Yes. You can rename multiple files at once by editing a Smart Folder or importing multiple items together.
Files, Search & Views
What types of files can I add to Smart Rename?
You can capture or upload photos, videos, PDFs, documents, and other common file formats.
How does Smart Search work?
Smart Search indexes folder names, file names, tags, and notes, allowing you to find files even without remembering the exact file name.
What are file tags and notes used for?
Tags and notes add extra context to files for search indexing without altering the primary filename.
What are Views in Smart Rename?
Views are saved searches that provide one-tap access to frequently referenced groups of files.
Do Views update automatically when new files are added?
Yes. Views are dynamic and automatically include new files that match their criteria.
Can I edit or delete files after saving them?
Yes. You can edit names, tags, notes, or delete files at any time with immediate effect.
Can I share files from Smart Rename to other apps?
Yes. You can share files directly through your phone's native share sheet (e.g., to WhatsApp, email, or drive utilities) directly from your device storage.
Offline Use & Privacy
Does Smart Rename work offline?
Yes. All features — capturing, auto-renaming, organizing, and searching — work 100% offline. No internet connection is required.
Where are my files stored?
All files are stored locally on your device. They are never uploaded to developer servers or external cloud storage.
Does Smart Rename upload my files to any server?
No. Smart Rename does not upload, scan, or process your files remotely.
Can the developer access or see my files?
No. The developer has zero access to your files, photos, notes, or folder structures.
Does Smart Rename work in airplane mode?
Yes. Smart Rename functions fully in airplane mode and in areas without cellular coverage or internet.
Are there ads or tracking inside the app?
No ads are displayed. The app collects only aggregated, non-personally identifiable screen visit metrics to evaluate app performance, with zero access to file contents or personal identities.
Deletion & Data Management
What happens if I delete a Smart Folder?
Deleting a Smart Folder permanently removes the folder and the files stored within it on your device. This cannot be undone.
What happens if I delete a file?
Deleted files are permanently removed from your device. The app does not have a separate trash or recycle bin.
Can I move files between Smart Folders?
Files cannot be moved directly between Smart Folders; they must be re-added to the target folder.
What happens to my data if I uninstall the app?
On iOS, uninstalling the app removes files stored inside the app sandbox (Apple Photos library media remains unaffected). On Android, files saved to shared device storage remain accessible on your device even after uninstalling.
Pricing & Support
Is Smart Rename free to use?
Yes, Smart Rename is completely free with no subscriptions, in-app purchases, or paid paywalls.
How do I contact support?
You can contact support by emailing nanodeskai@gmail.com.
Where can I read the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy?