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Scanning Basics
How to scan your photo:

Scan the area that you want restored in RGB mode at 300 ppi (pixels per inch).

Be sure that all of the color corrections and filters that are built into the scanner software are turned OFF.

Save in JPG format. Quality setting for the JPG should be set between 10 to 12 (maximum).

The resolution of the scanned image should be at 300 dpi (dots per inch).

If you need to save your image at a higher resolution, or if you are sending numerous files, please burn your image(s) onto a compact disc, rather than emailing them.
(see "Send Us Your Photo" to the left)

Suggested Resolutions for Photo Sizes:
4"x6" - 1200x1800
5"x7" - 1500x2100
8"x10" - 2400x3000

Printable version: Scanning Basics

Submit Your Photograph(s)

Review our photograph submission policy prior to submitting your photo(s).

Upload Your Photograph - recommended

The quickest and safest way to submit your photograph is to upload it. This way, your original photograph never leaves your side. Even if you do not own a scanner, you can take your photograph to an office supply store and have a good quality scan made of it.

Click Here to Upload Your Photograph

Send Us Your Photograph*

The only way to ship your photograph(s) to us is through the US Postal Service. Take your photograph(s) to your local Post Office, securely place your photograph(s) inside one of their thick cardboard envelopes such as the Priority Mail or Express Mail envelope, and mail to our shipping address. You will first need to contact us for our shipping address. Contacting us ahead of time will allow us to expect your package, as well as to answer any questions you may have. Be sure to include your name, email address, phone number, return address, and any special requests when contacting us.

Securely seal the envelope before mailing it. Avoid using flimsy, paper envelopes when shipping your photographs.

Please contact us for our shipping address if you are mailing a compact disc with your images on it.

Contact the US Postal Service for their most current rates.

*Vitality Photo Restoration is not responsible for lost or damaged photographs. If you have any concerns about sending us your original photograph, we highly recommend that you submit your photograph electronically.

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