Uploading Pictures and Videos to Your Our Tributes Digital Memorial Page
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You’ve written a beautiful tribute to your loved one detailing the events, accomplishments, traditions, memories, and personality traits of their uniquely lived life. The written portion of your digital memorial is important for recording memories and stories, but even the most carefully crafted words can’t capture the shine in your loved one’s eyes, the precise color of their hair, or the quirky angle of their smile. Photos and videos add precious visual and audio components to your memories that can’t be replaced. There’s something tender about seeing their face and hearing their voice. 

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Here is a step-by-step guide on how to upload pictures and videos to an Our Tributes online memorial page: 

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Create an Account and Log In
   • You can purchase an Our Tributes QR code memorial plaque or create an account on the website and purchase a memorial page without a plaque. If you buy a QR code plaque, open the box and scan the code. You will be directed to the Our Tributes website, where you’ll create an account.
2. Create a Memorial Page
   • Follow the prompts to enter basic information about your loved one, such as their name, dates of birth and death, and a brief biography.
3. Add Photos
   • Once your memorial page is created, navigate to the "Photos" section.
   • Click the "Manage Photos" button. 
   • Click the + icon. 
   • Click “Add photos.”
   • A file selection dialog will appear, allowing you to choose photos from your computer.
   • Select the desired photos and click "Open." The images will be uploaded to the memorial page.
   • You can add captions to each photo by clicking on the image and entering the text in the caption field.
4. Add Videos
   • Videos first need to be uploaded to either YouTube or Vimeo. Then, the link can be embedded into your loved ones' page by copying and pasting the link into the provided box on your page. Watch this step-by-step video, or read how below.
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   • Youtube
     • Create an account at youtube.com
     • Upload the video
     • Set the video to "unlisted" or "public" some text
       1. Unlisted: the video won't show up in YouTube search results
       2. Public: Anyone can search YouTube and find the video
       3. Private: Only visible to you when you're logged in. This option WILL NOT work on your Our Tributes webpage
     • Copy the URL
     • Return to your Our Tributes Memorial Page
     • Click “Photos”
     • Click “Manage Photos”
     • Click the + icon
     • Click “Add Video” 
     • Paste the URL into the Our Tributes video field
     • Tap Save
     • Your video is now viewable under the “Photos” tab
   • Vimeo
     • Create an account at vimeo.com
     • Upload the video
     • Make the video public
     • Copy the URL
     • Return to your Our Tributes Memorial Page
     • Click “Photos”
     • Click “Manage Photos”
     • Click the + icon
     • Click “Add Video”
     • Paste the URL into the Our Tributes video field
     • Tap Save
     • Your video is now viewable under the “Photos” tab
5. Organize Your Content
   • To arrange the photos and videos in your preferred order, click “Manage Photos” and then “Reorder.” Three grey bars will appear next to your photos and videos. Drag and drop items to reorganize them. Then press “Done” to save the new order.
   • Use the timeline feature to associate photos and videos with specific life events, creating a chronological narrative of your loved one's life.
   • To create a Featured Video, click on the edit icon next to your loved one’s name on the main page of their memorial (it looks like a pad of paper and pen). Click on “Featured Video,” then paste the video URL into the box. Press save. The “Play Video” icon will now appear under your loved one’s name. 
6. Save and Share
   • After uploading and organizing your photos and videos, save your changes.
   • Mount your Our Tributes Memorial Plaque on your loved one’s headstone.
   • Share the memorial page with friends and family by providing them with the URL or using the sharing options available on the platform. You can also print a QR code that links directly to the memorial page to use at events where people may enjoy the chance to share a memory or photo of your loved one.

Tips for Creating a Meaningful Memorial

• Be Authentic: Share real, heartfelt, everyday memories. Authenticity resonates more than perfection.
• Use Visuals: Include a variety of photos and videos to capture different aspects of your loved one's life and personality.
• Collaborate: Invite family and friends to contribute their own photos, videos, and stories to enrich the memorial.
• Update Regularly: Keep the memorial page updated with new memories, especially on anniversaries and special occasions.

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With a combination of written memories, stories, tributes, photos, and videos, you can create a lasting tribute that honors your loved one's memory and preserves their personality and legacy for future generations​.

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