Here are the top 3 alternatives to Phanfare.com (a now-defunct photo and video sharing service known for its original quality backups and structured albums), based on features, storage, and privacy:

1.SmugMug (Best direct replacement)

Why: Phanfare was acquired by SmugMug in 2012. SmugMug directly absorbed many Phanfare users and offers the same core philosophy: unlimited, original-quality photo and video storage with no compression. It is the true spiritual and technical successor.
Key Features: Unlimited storage (photos/videos), full-resolution backups, privacy controls (unlisted/password-protected galleries), and customizable website templates.
Best for: Photographers who want to keep original files safe and share them privately or sell prints.

2.Zenfolio (Closest feature match)

Why: Like Phanfare, Zenfolio is built for photographers who need both client proofing and private family sharing. It handles video well (unlike many photo-only sites) and offers strong metadata retention.
Key Features: Unlimited storage (on higher plans), video support, password-protected groups, and direct download options for original files.
Best for: Users who need structured, password-protected albums for events (weddings, birthdays) alongside long-term archiving.

3.Flickr (Best free/affordable option)

Why: Flickr remains the closest free alternative to what Phanfare offered in terms of community + original file storage. While not a perfect match (it lacks Phanfare is fine-grained family-group controls), it excels at keeping original EXIF data and offering 1TB of free storage.
Key Features: 1,000 photos free (or unlimited paid), full original file access, strong privacy settings (private/friends/family), and excellent video support.
Best for: Users who want a low-cost, social-leaning archive with good original-quality backup.

Honorable mention: Amazon Photos (Prime members get unlimited full-resolution photo storage + 5GB video, but its sharing structure is less "album-centric" than Phanfare).