Choosing the right storage solution can make a big difference for your workflow and client experience. Here’s a breakdown of two popular methods: Total Storage and Upload Quota, and why Upload Quota can be a better solution as your media grows.
Total Storage provides a fixed amount of space each month or year, similar to a hard drive. Once you’ve reached this limit, you must either delete existing media to make room for new uploads or pay to upgrade for additional space, increasing costs.
While Total Storage may seem cost-effective initially, the need to continuously manage your storage limits can lead to inconvenience over time, especially if deleting media means clients lose access to their galleries.
Upload Quota works differently. Instead of paying for a fixed storage amount, you pay for an upload allowance that resets each month or year. This means that each new cycle, you’re provided with fresh upload quota to upload new media—no need to delete or manage space limits.
With Upload Quota, all previously uploaded media remains accessible without taking up your new quota, which benefits both your workflow and your clients’ experience.
With Upload Quota, any media you’ve uploaded remains accessible to clients without affecting future uploads, making it a sustainable choice for a growing media library and a superior client experience.
| Feature | Upload Quota | Total Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Type | Purchase upload quota on demand with Credits, or get an annual upload allowance | Fixed storage amount |
| Resets | On-demand with Credits, or resets yearly with Unlimited Membership | No reset—requires ongoing upgrades for additional storage |
| Media Retention | Media remains accessible for clients without using new quota | Must delete old media or upgrade to free up space |
| Client Access | Clients retain access without interruptions | Limited access as media may be deleted to make room |
| Scalability | Scale by adding Credits as needed or renew Unlimited Membership annually | Requires ongoing upgrades or deletions as storage limits are met |
| Cost Over Time | Potentially higher up-front but scales without storage management worries | May appear cheaper initially but increases with frequent upgrades |
While Upload Quota may seem more expensive up-front, it can save time, effort, and ensure a seamless client experience as your media library grows. By not requiring media deletion to make room for new uploads, you can continually build your collection without clients losing access to their shared galleries.
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