Photo Scanning Service
Turn Old Photos into High-Quality Digital Images
Turn your aging pictures into digital keepsakes that will last a lifetime. Get your photo memories back on DVD, USB thumb drive, or the cloud to easily share and view on all of your modern devices.
Expert Photo Scanning Services Since 1989
Since 1989, Nostalgic Media has provided countless families and organizations with safe, fast, and affordable photo scanning services. We provide a level of personalized service and care for your pictures that you just can't get from a big-box scanning service. We understand how deeply personal these memories are, and our handcrafted scanning approach ensures your photos are digitized with the expert care and attention to detail that they deserve, because we know we're not just digitizing photos, we're preserving your family history.

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Fastest Turnaround
Average turnaround time: 7-10 business days. That's weeks, and commonly MONTHS faster than other big-box services. All done without sacrificing quality.
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High-Resolution Scans
Get back beautifully sharp 300 dpi or 600 dpi scans. Perfect for making quality prints and enlargements.
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Unmatched Experience
We have been preserving memories for more than 35 years. We have the experience needed to digitize your memories the right way.
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We guarantee our work. If you're not satisfied, we'll digitize your media again. Still not satisfied? We'll refund your money.
Our Scanning Services

Individual Scanning
Our a-la-carte photo scanning services are perfect if you have a small amount of photos, know exactly how many photos you have, or if your collection includes delicate, damaged, or unusually sized prints that need extra care.
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Photo Scanning Box
Our Photo Scanning Box is an all-in-one solution for digitizing your photos. No need to count your photos. We send you a sturdy box that includes FREE shipping and everything you need to fill it up with photos. Free USB thumb drive and download link included.
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What our customers say
Photo Scanning Pricing
✓ No need to organize or count your photos - simply send them as they are
✓ Low-cost, bulk photo scanning perfect for small and large photo collections
Service |
Price $30 minimum |
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Hi-Speed: 3x3 to 4x6 | $0.21 each |
Hi-Speed: 5x7 up to 8x10 | $0.75 each |
Archival: up to 5x7 | $0.44 each |
Custom: up to 5x7 | $0.95 each |
Custom: up to 8x10 | $3 each |
Custom: up to 11x17 | $7 each |
Small Scanning BoxHolds approx 300 photos (up to 5x7) |
$129 - 300 DPI $159 - 600 DPI |
Medium Scanning BoxHolds approx 600 photos (up to 5x7) |
$239 - 300 DPI $289 - 600 DPI |
Large Scanning BoxHolds approx 1400 photos (up to 8x10) |
$399 - 300 DPI $489 - 600 DPI |
This service is designed for loose photos printed on photo paper from the past 50 years, commonly thought of as "1-Hour Prints". Only standard sized prints up to 8x10, well-preserved prints free of residue, tape and glue.
- 300 DPI resolution
- Color correction
- Rotated & oriented - add-on for $0.10 per photo
This service is designed for scanning less-than-perfect photos, Polaroid and mounted prints. Loose photos only sized up to 5x7.
- 600 DPI resolution
- Color correction
- Rotated & oriented
Scanning by hand with commercial grade scanners. For photos and documents that require extra care and attention. Sized up to 11x17.
- 600 DPI resolution
All-in-one scanning solution for photos sized up to 8x10 (large box).
- Free shipping, Free USB thumb drive, Free download link
- 600 DPI resolution
- Color correction
- Rotated & oriented
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If the quantity of photos you wish to transfer results in a total cost of less than $30, you'll be charged the minimum amount of $30. This minimum fee helps cover the operational costs involved in handling and digitizing your pictures with precision and care.
What's Included- Free data DVD included with orders less than 1,000 photos
- Free USB flash drive included with 1,000+ photos
- Default 300 dpi resolution for hi-speed scans. 600 dpi for archival and custom scanned photos.
Orders containing less than 1,000 photos will be returned on a DVD data disc. Please note that this isn't for movie playback; it simply stores the digital files for you to transfer to your computer. If your computer lacks a disc drive or you prefer, upgrade to a USB flash drive for $10. Digital download links are also available for $10.
300 DPI vs 600 DPI scansDPI stands for Dots (of ink) Per Inch. To put it simply, the more dots per inch, the sharper the image. 300 DPI scans are perfect for simple archiving and printing. 600 DPI scans will allow you to make enlarged prints while retaining more detail. Learn more about DPI.
How We Digitize Your Photos
Our handcrafted process ensures your photos are kept safe at every step of the process, all while giving you great quality at budget-friendly prices. Here's how it works:
- We call or email you once we receive your order
- All work is done in-house at our secure facility in Atlanta, GA
- Photos are cleaned of surface dust and debris to ensure a clean, high-quality scan
- A dedicated technician scans your photos using professional-grade photo scanning equipment
- Older and more fragile photos are given extra attention with custom scanning done by hand
- Photos are digitized as JPEG files for universal compatibility
- Files are returned on a DVD data disc or a free USB flash drive with more than 1,000 photos
- All original photos are returned with your completed order
4 Simple Steps to Preserve Your Past
At Nostalgic Media, we've turned converting photos to digital into an easy, four-step process. We're dedicated to making our photo scanning services as simple and accessible as possible, so you can future-proof your past and enjoy your treasured moments for years to come.
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1. Start Order
Complete your service order online, print our order form, or drop your media off in person at our lab in Atlanta, GA.
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2. Send Media
Securely package your media in a sturdy box. Be sure to include your order confirmation or the order form inside of your package.
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3. We Digitize
We contact you once your order has arrived safely. Once we have your media, our skilled team gets to work digitizing your memories with care.
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4. You Enjoy
Receive back your original items and enjoy their digitized copies in an average time of just 7 business days.
Ready to Digitize Your Photos? 3 Hassle-Free Options to Get You Started.
Choose one of our simple ordering options below to begin your preservation journey. Whether you prefer online ordering, a simple order form download, or visiting us in person, we have you covered with easy ways to start the digitization process.
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Order Online
Safe, fast, and secure online ordering. Select your photo conversion options online and complete the simple checkout process.
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Download Order Form
Don't want to order online? You can download, print, and fill out our paper order form. Securely package your media with the form and ship it to us.
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In-Store Drop Off
Worried about shipping your memories in a box? You can drop your media off in-person at our secure lab located in Atlanta, GA.
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Trusted by Thousands of Families
& Top-Organizations
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"Very thrilled
with the outcome of the 70 year old slides that you converted to digital files for me. The end product was a lot better than I expected. This was the first time I have seen pictures of my father from when he was a young boy in the 1950s. He passed last year and these keepsakes are very treasured."
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"I was very pleased
with Nostalgic Media. First, leading up to placing my order, I called them and got someone on the phone immediately, no 1 minute recording. My questions were answered and I submitted my material and payment. The sending was quick and I was notified of shipping dates. Would use their services again."
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"Nostalgic media delivered
just as they advertised. They converted my 55+ year old 8mm reels into digital media and now my family can relive some golden moments that I had feared were lost to memory. They were fast and gave me a product better than what I had hoped for. I recommend them without hesitation."
William G.
Common Questions About Our Photos to Digital Service
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No. We do not offer printing services. Once we have scanned your photos, you can have prints made at another location from the digital files we provide you.
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We cannot guarantee the order of individual photos, but in some cases, yes. For the hi-speed scans we must scan similar sized photos together, so if your photos are the same size then we should be able to maintain the the order you give us the photos in. Use a rubber band to bundle each stack of photos together and number each bundle. If your photos are a variety of sizes that are mixed or require flatbed scanning, we are unable to keep them in order.
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Our standard hi-speed scanning resolution is 300 DPI. This is the perfect resolution if you are planning to save and view your photos on computer and phone screens. This resolution will also allow you to make quality prints from your scans. Our custom scanning resolution is 600 DPI. If you are planning to make enlargements of your photos larger than 11x17, this resolution will allow you to do so. Learn more about DPI.
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Average turnaround time is 7 business days in-house. Allow longer processing times during the holidays.
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We are able to scan loose photos only. Please ensure that any photos contained in albums are removed before sending them to us.
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Yes. All original media will be returned with your completed order.
Locations We Serve
Nostalgic Media serves residents in the lower 48 US states.
Alabama • Arizona • Arkansas • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • Florida • Georgia • Idaho • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Kansas • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • Michigan • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Montana • Nebraska • Nevada • New Hampshire • New Jersey • New Mexico • New York • North Carolina • North Dakota • Ohio • Oklahoma • Oregon • Pennsylvania • Rhode Island • South Carolina • South Dakota • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Vermont • Virginia • Washington • West Virginia • Wisconsin • Wyoming