Preparing your images correctly before uploading helps ensure the best visual quality while keeping file sizes efficient. This improves loading speed, storage usage, and overall performance on the platform.

1. Maximum upload size
The maximum total upload size per upload is 40 MB.

If you upload multiple images at once, the combined file size must not exceed this limit.

If your files are too large, you may need to resize or compress them before uploading.

2. Recommended image dimensions
For best results, images should be uploaded in high resolution, but within reasonable limits.

Recommended:
• long side between 2000px and 4000px
• maintain original aspect ratio
• avoid extremely small or extremely large images

Images that are too small may appear blurry, while extremely large images may slow down processing and uploads.

3. Image quality and compression
Use high-quality settings when exporting your images, but avoid unnecessary file size.

Recommended:
• JPEG quality between 80% and 95%
• avoid repeated re-saving of images
• keep original files for backup

Excessive compression can reduce image quality, while no compression at all can result in very large files.

4. File format considerations
Choose the appropriate file format for your image:

• JPEG for most photographs
• PNG for graphics or transparency
• WEBP for efficient web use
• GIF for simple animations

Using the correct format helps balance quality and file size.

5. Keep your originals
Always keep a copy of your original high-resolution images.

Photo and Crochet is not a storage or backup service, and you are responsible for maintaining your own files.

6. Final tips
Before uploading:
• check image sharpness
• ensure correct orientation
• verify colors and exposure
• remove unnecessary metadata if needed

Properly prepared images improve presentation quality and increase the chances of your work being viewed and appreciated.