Photos make your records more useful and informative. You can add photos of medications, insurance cards, vaccination records, identification marks, property details, and more.

Where to Add Photos

Record Photos (Basic Information)

The main place to add photos is in the Basic Information section of your record. This photo list lets you add multiple images that will appear when your tag is scanned.

Common uses:

• Medical records: identification marks, scars, conditions, medication bottles
• Pet records: pet photos over time, registration documents
• Property records: item photos, receipts, warranty statements

Most users will add all their photos here.

Field-Specific Photos

Many record sections have their own photo fields built in for specific types of documentation:

• Insurance section – upload photos of insurance cards (front and back)
• Vaccinations section – upload vaccination certificates
• Medications section – add photos of prescription labels
• Other sections depending on record type

These keep related documentation organized within the appropriate section.

Tag Photos (Advanced)

If you have multiple tags linked to the same record, you can set a different photo for each individual tag. You can find this by clicking on the (⋮) menu for the tag and going to the tag’s Settings.

Example use case: You create one “My Stuff” record with your contact information, then link multiple tags to it. Each tag can have its own photo showing the specific item that tag is attached to (laptop, backpack, water bottle, etc.).

For most users with one tag per record, just use the photos in Basic Information instead.

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How to Add Photos

From a Mobile Device (Recommended)

Adding photos is easiest when signed in through a web browser on your phone or tablet.

1. Open your record and navigate to the section where you want to add a photo
2. Click Add Photo or Upload
3. On iOS and Android, you’ll automatically get the option to:
   • Take a photo right now with your camera
   • Choose an existing photo from your device
4. If taking a new photo, make sure lighting is good and the image is clear
5. Crop and adjust the photo if needed
6. Click Use Photo or Save to accept it
7. Click Save at the top of the page to save your changes to the record

From a Computer

1. Navigate to the section where you want to add a photo
2. Click Add Photo or Upload
3. Select a photo file from your computer
4. Click Save at the top of the page to save your changes

Managing Existing Photos

To update or remove a photo:

1. Click on the existing photo
2. Choose Replace to replace it or X to remove it
3. Click Save to commit your changes

Adding Multiple Photos

Many photo fields let you add multiple images. This is useful for:

• Both sides of a card (insurance card, vaccination card)
• Multiple angles of an item
• Series of photos over time
• Different documents in one section

Click Add Photo again to add additional images to the same field.

Tips for Good Photos

• Lighting matters – Make sure documents and items are well-lit and readable
• Keep it clear – Avoid blurry photos; retake if needed
• Fill the frame – Get close enough that text is legible
• Both sides – For cards and documents, add photos of both front and back
• File size – Photos are automatically compressed to save storage space while maintaining quality

After Adding Photos

Always test your changes:

1. Click the Preview button next to your record on the My Records page
2. This shows you what viewers will see when they scan your tag
3. Verify photos appear correctly and are legible

Storage Limits

Each record has a storage quota (default 54 MB for most records). Photos are automatically compressed for efficient storage.

Need more space? You can add 50MB for one Dynotag credit from the record’s Details section.

Related Help Articles

Understanding Access Controls

Editing Your Records

Managing Your Tags