It's About Time

Preserving Family Memories Online

We all enjoy taking pictures of the young people in our lives. Whether it’s a dance recital or just hanging out at a local park, the photographs we take capture these precious moments and create lasting memories.

So how can you preserve and share these photos with family and friends? Using a photo-sharing site could be your answer. These Web sites have become increasingly popular. They are used to organize, store and distribute pictures. With so many to choose from, how can you tell which site fits your needs? Ask yourself these questions before uploading your favorite pictures to any site.

  1. Are you willing to pay an annual fee or are you interested in free services only?
  2. Do you have the option of making your pictures private?
  3. Do you have to download anything to your computer?
  4. Can you upload photos from a mobile phone?
  5. Are you interested in blogging about your photos?
  6. Do you want to be able to print photos from the site?
  7. Can you create a slide show and e-mail it to your family and friends?
  8. Can you order customized merchandise such as mugs, hats, calendar, etc., featuring your photos?

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