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Writer's pictureEllis Films Staff

The Importance of Backing Up Your Photos & Videos

In today's digital age, we rely heavily on our devices to store and preserve our precious memories. From family vacations to weddings and everything in between, our photos and videos are irreplaceable and hold immense sentimental value. But what happens when our devices fail, we accidentally delete them, or something catastrophic happens? This is why it's imperative to back up your photos and videos, preferably in two different place aside from your main device, so you can avoid the devastating loss of your memories.



Backing up your photos and videos is crucial in ensuring that your memories are safe and protected. It's a simple process that can be done in a variety of ways, including using a cloud-based storage service, or physical devices such as an external hard disk drive, external solid state drive, or even a USB drive.


One of the most popular and convenient options for backing up photos and videos is using a cloud-based storage service such as Google Photos, iCloud, or Amazon Photos. These services offer easy and automatic backups, as well as the ability to access your files from any device with an internet connection.


Physical backups such as external hard drives (hard disk drive or solid state drive) or USB flash drives are also a great option for preserving your memories. This is a physical device that you can store your files on and keep in a safe place. It's important to note that while an external hard drive can be a reliable backup option, it's still vulnerable to physical damage or loss. It's recommended to keep a copy of your files in different physical location.


If you work with a professional video production company or photographer to create content for you or your business, you ought to ask what their policy is on long-term storage or archival of your content. When you work with companies, like Ellis Films, your footage and photos are backed up in three different locations, just in case you lose something they've created for you.


In summary, backing up your photos and videos is a crucial step in ensuring that your memories are safe and protected. You should store your photos, videos, and other important data in three locations. We recommend 1) on the main device (computer, phone, etc.) 2) on a backup external hard drive (either hard disk drive or a solid state drive) preferable stored away from your main device and 3) a cloud-based service so that if everything went up in flames or flood, you have your data stored safely and well away from the damage.


With a variety of options available, from cloud-based storage to physical backups, it's easy and convenient to preserve your memories for years to come. And the best part is that it doesn't need to be costly to do so. It's important to remember that backup is not a one-time task and should be done regularly to protect your files from any potential loss or damage.

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