Why scan your photos

Imagine having all your precious family photos safely preserved, organised, and ready to share. No more worrying about fading, damage, or loss just easy access to your photos on your phone or computer, wherever you are. Scanning your photos ensures that photos are protected and passed down for generations to come.

6 Reasons to Scan Your Photos Now:

1 Protect against loss – Fire, floods, or even time itself can destroy your memories. Digital copies ensure they’re safe forever

2️ Easier to share –Stop digging through boxes! Instantly share your cherished photos with loved ones, via a link or USB, whenever you want

3️ Declutter & organise – Free up valuable space by digitising your photos, making them easy to find, enjoy, and share

4️ Restore & enhance –Revive faded, damaged, or torn photos with professional colour correction and restoration

5️ Future-proof your memories – Printed photos fade and degrade. Digital copies remain clear, vibrant, and secure for the future

6️ Peace of mind – Rest easy knowing your family’s memories are safe and always accessible, whenever you need them

Your tech questions answered

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What is photo scanning?

Photo scanning is the process of converting physical photographs into digital images. This allows you to store, preserve, and share your memories more easily

What is DPI?

DPI stands for Dots Per Inch. It measures the resolution of a scanned image. A higher DPI means a higher resolution, which results in a clearer and more detailed image. For most photo scans, at 600dpi is typically sufficient

How are photos backed up after scanning?

After scanning, photos can be backed up in multiple ways to ensure they are not lost. These methods include:

· USB Drives: A portable storage device that can hold many digital photos.

· External Hard Drives: Larger storage devices that can store thousands of photos.

· Cloud Storage: Services like Google Photos or Dropbox allow you to store photos online and access them from anywhere

What is Metadata?

Metadata is information that is embedded within a digital image file. It can include details such as the date the photo was taken, the camera used, and other technical data. This helps in organising and finding photos more easily in the future

Why scan your photos

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