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Sep 29, 2016
HERO5 and KARMA are here! But...so is GoPro Plus! Great, what is it? In short, GoPro Plus makes it easy to access your GoPro photos and videos anytime, anywhere. Automatically upload your content to the cloud so you can view, edit and share it from your phone or on the web. Unlock an expansive library of soundtracks that auto sync to your video edits, and transform your GoPro footage into awesome stories with just a few clicks. With 20% savings on mounts and accessories, premium support and more, GoPro Plus delivers the ultimate GoPro experience.
And remember, GoPro Plus will help every GoPro user out there, no matter what camera model captured the content.
So lets get started. We will are going walk through the six steps below, so you can really understand the amazing benefits of GoPro Plus.
1) Download the Apps and sign up for GoPro Plus
2) Upload to the Cloud (using Quik for desktop or HERO5 camera hub)
3) Create awesome videos
4) Save 20% on mounts accessories
5) Purchase GoPro apparel
6) Get premium support
1) DOWNLOAD THE APPS
QUIK | Desktop
UPLOAD TO THE CLOUD EDIT
Quik for desktop sends your photos and videos to the cloud automatically* so you can access them on the go. Your membership also unlocks extra soundtracks that make editing easy. Whether you plug your GoPro into your computer, or simply the memory card via a reader, Quik will recognize the content, uplaod and sort it, and dsiplay it cleanly in across your screen. Leave it local on the hard drive, or send it up to the cloud, so you can access it later from other devices.
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See how fast and easy it is to create awesome videos with Quik for desktop.
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CAPTURE | Mobile
ACCESS YOUR CONTENT ON THE GO
After your photos and videos are in the cloud you can access them from your phone using Capture. View your content or save it to your mobile device to edit and share.
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QUIK | Mobile
AWESOME EDITS MADE EASY
Create beautiful videos with just a few taps. Editing has never been this fast-or this fun.
EDIT ANYWHERE
You can access your cloud content directly in our mobile editing apps to create awesome videos on the go.
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2) UPLOAD TO THE CLOUD
You may either plug your camera into your computer and let Quik for desktop send your content to the cloud, or you may use your HERO5 Black as its own hub. Simply set up the Camera as Hub option on your device, plug into your wall charger and let it do its thing.
Once your photos and videos are in the cloud, you can view and share them on your phone using Capture, access them for editing in Quik and Splice, or find them on the web at plus.gopro.com.
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3) CREATE AWESOME VIDEOS
Now that you have content in the cloud, its time to access it via Quik, either from your mobile device or your computer. Simply pick your favorite clips and photos, add a soundtrack from the huge music list that is available to Plus members, choose an edit style, and watch your professional-looking video unfold right in front of you.
4) SAVE 20% ON MOUNTS ACCESSORIES**
Thats right, as a GoPro Plus member, you get discounts on GoPro mounts and accessories to help you get the shot. Use your discount here at gopro.com. You'll see GoPro Plus pricing on all eligible products. When you're ready to purchase, simply sign in to receive your savings.
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5) PURCHASE GOPRO APPAREL
As a GoPro Plus member, you get exclusive access to GoPro apparel. Show the love with GoPro t-shirts, hoodies and hats available only to you.
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6) TAP INTO PREMIUM SUPPORT
Need help? Get priority phone, chat and email support from our experts. Just let them know you're a GoPro Plus member when you connect.
Phone: 855-635-3578
Chat: Visit gopro.com/support
Email
Want to make changes to your account? VISIT ACCOUNT CENTER >
*Cloud library is limited to 35 hours of video, 62,500 photos or a combination of the two. Videos and photos are stored at up to 1080p and 12MP, regardless of their original resolution. Separate data fees may apply.
**Applies only to purchases made on gopro.com. Does not include Karma drone or Karma accessories, professional products or accessories (such as Omni and Odyssey ), non-GoPro manufactured accessories (such as microSD cards), or apparel. Subject to maximum annual savings of $2,000 USD or similar value in local currencies.
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