How to tether your Canon over USB to your phone
Turn your phone into the tether: connect your Canon over USB and CloudTether uploads every full-resolution shot to the cloud the instant you press the shutter — no laptop, no card reader.
Step by step
- 1
Set your Canon to tether mode
Connect over USB with the camera set to PC/tether mode for the most reliable, fastest link.
- 2
Connect the camera to your phone
Plug the camera into your phone with a USB-C cable (or the right adapter). CloudTether detects it and opens a session.
- 3
Pick a destination and shoot
Choose where photos should go — Dropbox, Google Drive, a client gallery, an FTP server — and start shooting. Every full-resolution frame uploads as you fire the shutter.
Canon cameras
FAQ
Can I tether my Canon over USB without a computer?
Yes. CloudTether tethers your Canon to your phone over USB and uploads every shot to the cloud — no laptop, no card reader, no desktop tethering software.
Is USB faster than Wi-Fi for tethering my Canon?
Generally yes — USB is the fastest, most reliable link, which is why it's preferred for studio and high-volume work. Canon also supports Wi-Fi tethering if you'd rather go cable-free.
Which Canon cameras can tether over USB?
Most modern Canon mirrorless and DSLR bodies support USB tethering. See the Canon hub for your specific model.
Where your Canon photos can go
Deliver every shot to Dropbox, Google Drive, a client gallery, an FTP server and more — live as you shoot.