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Store Physical Photos

The best way to preserve your physical photos for generations to come is to store them in a dark, cool, dry location on the main floor of your home. An interior closet is one of the best choices.

A few top tips to remember:

  • Photos should live where people live.
  • Don’t store photos in a damp basement or crawlspace.
  • Don’t store physical photos in a hot attic or garage.
  • Keep photos away from sources of water such as pipes, windows, or known roof leaks.
  • Store photos on a shelf so they don’t get wet if there’s a leak on the floor.
  • Store photos away from food and water which are attractive to insects and rodents.

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