Photo & Personalization Guide

Choose a photo that engraves well

Whether you are creating a memorial necklace, a pet remembrance keepsake or a family photo gift, your image is converted into a monochrome engraving. Image quality makes a big difference. For the clearest result, upload the original photo whenever possible.

For people and portraits

• Choose a clear, well-lit photo with the face large in the frame.
• The face and important details should be sharp and in focus.
• Close-up or face-centred portraits usually work better than distant photos.
• Avoid dark, blurry, heavily filtered, low-resolution or tiny cropped images.
• Avoid group photos when the person you want engraved appears very small.

Choosing a loved one's photo for a memorial necklace

Choose an image that feels meaningful and shows the person's face clearly. A simple portrait often keeps the focus on their expression. You can add a name, date or short message in your engraving details. If the only photo you have is an older or unclear image, contact us before ordering so we can help you assess it.

For pets and pet memorial necklaces

• Choose a clear photo where your dog or cat's face and key features are easy to see.
• Good lighting and strong contrast help preserve fur, eyes and facial detail.
• Avoid photos where the face is hidden in deep shadow or the pet is very far away.

For handwriting

Upload a sharp, straight-on photo of the handwriting on plain paper. Keep the writing fully visible, well lit and free of shadows. A short message is easier to read on a small pendant.

Dog Tag personalization

For a photo Dog Tag, upload the photo directly on the product page before adding the item to your cart. You can also add optional text for the back, up to 30 characters.

Example:
Front: Photo
Back: “Forever in my heart”

Names, dates, initials and messages

Use the engraving details field on the product page for names, dates, initials, placement requests or other short instructions. Keep text concise for readability. Check spelling and dates carefully before completing your order.

Not sure whether your photo will work?

Send us a message before ordering. We are happy to help you choose the clearest image for engraving.

Photo engravings are reproduced in monochrome. The finished engraving can differ from a full-colour screen image because of lighting, contrast, cropping, material and the engraving process.

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