Guides & How-To

Everything you need to design and order a photo book you will love. New to this? Start here.

1. Choose your format

Layflat, hardcover, sewn, or softcover — each suits a different story. Not sure which to pick? See our format comparison.

2. Design your book

Click Customize on any product to open our online designer. Upload your photos, drag them into layouts, and personalize your cover with names, dates, or a title. No design experience needed.

3. Prepare your photos

For the best print quality:

• Accepted formats: JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg) and PNG (.png). HEIC/HEIF, WebP, BMP, and TIFF are accepted and converted to JPEG during processing.
• Maximum file size: 100 MB per image, up to 550 million pixels.
• Use the highest-resolution originals you have — avoid screenshots or heavily compressed images.

Page limits by format

• Softcover & Hardcover: up to 400 pages
• Signature Sewn: up to 396 pages
• Layflat: up to 100 pages

Turnaround & shipping

Most orders are produced in 2–5 business days, plus shipping. Free U.S. shipping on orders over $35.

Still have questions? Visit our FAQ or contact us.