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We gather photographs from individuals, families, professional photographers, and public institutions, covering the 19th century through the early years of the State of Israel, up until 1998. Unlike other archives, we provide all images in print-quality resolution and ensure easy access for all. Our platform is designed to be searchable and user-friendly, thanks to the help of volunteers and photo enthusiasts.

Getting started

As Dokuforte is a community archive too, you may upload photographs directly. Uploading an image does not automatically make it public. All submissions are reviewed and curated before being published in the archive. We understand the personal value many of these photographs hold, that’s why every submission is handled with care.

What's the recommended image resolution and file format for my uploads?

For the best quality

For the best quality, we recommend having your photographs professionally scanned at a local photo lab at 600 DPI or higher resolution. Please use TIFF or high-quality JPEG file formats.

For good quality

You may also digitize photographs, slides, or negatives at home using a flatbed scanner. Aim for an effective resolution of around 600 DPI to preserve detail.
Whenever possible, choose TIFF format. If TIFF is not available, select high-quality JPEG.

Do I need to edit the photos before uploading them?

Please do not edit scanned images before uploading them (no sharpening, color correction, exposure adjustments, or other changes). All image processing is handled during our review and curation process.

What happens after the upload?

Once you click ‘Submit for review’, your uploaded album will be marked for review in our system. Images become publicly accessible only after approval.

If you have any questions or require further help scanning your paper photos, please contact us at [email protected].

Additional details

The form below is optional and helps provide context, improve searchability, and enrich the archival value of your photo donation.