Your DVD of Images

Since a lot of my photography coverage includes a DVD of images to you, I figure I should share some advice. This is not the be-all, end-all of what you should do with your images, but this is just what I would do, and I hope it's helpful to you.

Please, back it up.

The actual disc itself is worthless except for the files it contains. As soon as I get the disc, I would copy all of the files to my computer (copy #1), make an additional copy of the disc to store in a dark, dry, not too hot, not too cold place (copy #2), maybe even store the files online with a service like Dropbox (copy #3), and even a USB storage drive or external hard-drive (copy #4).

Back it up!

Do not expect your photographer to have the files still readily available for you a year or two down the line. You don't know what their policy is for keeping these images on file so take the opportunity to ensure that your images are safe and sound. So, say it with me now:

Back it up! :)