🏆 Best Photo Scanning Pricing – Transparent & Affordable
At VDOCS, you only pay for the photos we actually scan.
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. Just simple, honest pricing.
📦 Minimum order: $50
Test Scans for 20-30 images are FREE
All Photo Scans up to 6x8, Slides, and Negatives are VDOCS Ultra Clarity HD Scans
📸 Photo Scanning Rates
| Photo Type | Description | Price (per photo) |
|---|---|---|
| Loose Photos | Up to 6" x 8" – 1200 DPI High-Resolution | $0.40 |
| Photos in Album Sleeves | We carefully remove, scan, and return photos to sleeves | $0.50 |
| Album Pages (Full Page Scan) | Up to 11" x 17" – scanned as a full page at 600 DPI | $1.00 |
| Photos on Album Pages (Individual Crops) | We crop and scan each image on a scrapbook page | $0.75 |
🎞️ 35mm Slides & Negatives Scanning
| Format | Resolution | Price (per image) |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm Slides/Negatives | 6,400 DPI | $1.25 |
💾 Digital Delivery Options
All scans are delivered digitally via your choice of:
Dropbox
Google Drive
OneDrive
📦 PLUS: Every order includes 1 free USB flash drive with your scanned images!
📦 How to Send Your Photos for Scanning
✅ Step 1: Get Organized
To keep your memories organized:
Group your photos into categories (e.g., Dad’s Family, Vacation 2010).
Label each group clearly and secure with a rubber band or place in Ziploc bags.
We’ll name and organize your digital scans using these labels.
Tip: Organizing before scanning saves you time later!
📦 Step 2: Prepare Your Photo Scanning Box
No need to remove photos from albums (unless you want to).
Remove all staples, paper clips, sticky notes, etc.
Photos must be square/rectangular and no larger than 11.3” x 17”.
Wrap photo groups securely and place them in your box.
Include a printed copy of your email order confirmation inside.
📧 Step 3: Send Order Details
Email us at
Type of materials (loose photos, albums, slides, etc.)
Estimated quantity (no need to count exactly, best guess is fine)
- If you have a budget limit, let us know — we’ll stay within it
📬 Step 4: Ship Your Box to VDOCS
Ship to:
VDOCS CORPORATION
7470 141st Street
Seminole, FL 33776
📞 855-501-9800
You pay for shipping to VDOCS.
Please provide a return label if no return label is provided
🔄 Step 5: We Confirm and Update You
Once your photos arrive:
We’ll email you confirmation
You’ll receive estimated start and completion dates
💳 Step 6: Invoice & Payment
Once scanning is complete, we’ll tally your actual total.
You’ll receive a secure email invoice.
If you didn’t include a return label, we’ll add UPS return shipping to your bill.
🌐 Step 7: Access Your Scans + Flash Drive Delivery
After payment, we’ll provide a secure download link via Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive.
We’ll also mail you your flash drive with a tracking number
Getting Started and Order
How should I prepare my photos for scanning?
Our preparation requirements are flexible and custom to your needs. Simply:
- Group related photos together
- Label groups with name tags
- Secure with Ziploc bags or rubber bands
- Include any special instructions
How do I get started?
1. Try our free service: Send 20-30 photos with a prepaid return envelope
2. Contact us, text (727-501-9800), call us or email us with your project details and any special requirements
3. Prepare your photos using our simple grouping method. In Florida we recommend UPS ground as this will be delivered next day is is least expensive
4. Send your materials and we'll notify you when the photos arrive.
5. We will keep you updarted on the scanning progress and all important activities.
What if I have questions about my specific project?
Every project is unique, and we're happy to discuss your specific needs. Contact us with details about your materials, quantity, timeline, and any special requirements, and we'll provide personalized guidance
How do I pay?
After your photos are scanned we see how many we scanned. The invoice is based on the final amount. We send invoice for Credit Card Payment.
Technical Questions
Can you scan very small photos?
Yes, we can scan photos as small as 1" x 1", while many other services have minimum size requirements of 3" x 3".
What's the largest size you can scan?
We can scan materials up to 11.6" x 17", accommodating most scrapbooks, large photographs, and documents.
Do you offer color correction?
Yes, professional color correction is included with every scan as part of our Ultra Clarity HD process. We also offer sRGB scanning as an option for specific color profile needs.
Can you scan both sides of photo albums?
Yes, we can scan entire album pages or crop out individual images from pages (or both, depending on your preference).
Do you accommodate custom requests?
Yes! We understand that every family's memories are unique. If you have special requests or specific needs for your scanning project, please let us know and we'll work with you to meet your requirements.
What if my photos were previously scanned with poor quality?
We've helped many customers re-scan photos that were previously scanned with low quality or poor color correction. Our Ultra Clarity HD process ensures your photos are restored to archival quality the first time, saving you time, frustration, and expense.
Can you work with government or institutional projects?
Yes, we have experience with institutional clients, including projects for the U.S. Air Force and other organizations requiring high-quality scanning of historic images.
