How to Choose an Image Hosting Site

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Think about what your needs are.

   Ask yourself some questions.
   
   Will this be just a place to put them? Do you want some method in place that you can display them if you choose? Do you want to pay for something? If so, how much?
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   Step 2: Have an idea of where your images are and how many you have.

   A megabyte, a gigabyte, or several gigs worth., Some useful search parameters might be: image storage photograph.
   
   You might also add free if that is a concern.,,, You will want to know if there is a limit for total amount stored and also for the maximum amount uploaded in a given day.,, Some software allows you to directly upload through them.
   
   This goes for album software and graphic editing software., This might not be conducive to sharing your photos, but it will, hopefully, keep your images safe.
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   Step 3: Use your favorite search engine and start to look.

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   Step 4: Check out ease of use and reviews.

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   Step 5: Ask around to see if someone knows of a site.

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   Step 6: See if there is a limit.

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   Step 7: Check to see if the site allows 'hot linking'.

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   Step 8: Find out if they are compatible with any particular software.

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   Step 9: Consider file storage.

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