Polaroid Picture Scanning

Preserve Your Instant Photo Memories

We scan your vintage Polaroid instant photos with the same care and attention we give all photographs. Despite their larger size (thanks to those iconic white borders), we don't charge extra for Polaroid prints. Mix them freely with your other photos—they're all scanned at 600 PPI, which is typically twice the resolution needed for high-quality results. This extra resolution gives you flexibility to create enlargements well beyond the original print size.

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The End of an Era: Polaroid's Instant Film Legacy

Polaroid instant cameras revolutionized photography in the 1970s with their magical self-developing film—pictures that emerged right before your eyes. The film contained all the chemicals needed to process the image, making professional-quality photos accessible to everyone. What seems ancient by today's digital standards was once cutting-edge technology that captured countless family moments and special occasions.

Polaroid's Final Chapter (2008)

On February 9th, 2008, Polaroid Corporation announced it would cease production of its legendary instant film, marking the end of an iconic era in photography history. The company closed factories in Massachusetts, The Netherlands, and Mexico, cutting 450 jobs in the process.

The decline was dramatic: At its peak popularity in 1978, Polaroid employed nearly 21,000 people. By 2008, only 150 employees remained at the Concord, Massachusetts headquarters.

What Happened to Polaroid Products?

• Camera production: Polaroid stopped manufacturing instant cameras in the two years prior to 2008
• Film availability: All two dozen auto-developing film products ceased production after 2008
• Store inventory: Film remained on shelves through early 2009, though most types sold out earlier
• Shelf life warning: All Polaroid film expired by the end of 2009, after which it degraded significantly
• Alternative source: Fujifilm became the only remaining major manufacturer of instant film

Your Polaroids Deserve Digital Preservation

Those instant photos captured unrepeatable moments—family gatherings, birthday parties, vacations, and everyday life. The original prints fade and deteriorate over time, but digital scans preserve them forever. Our high-resolution scanning ensures your Polaroid memories remain vibrant for future generations.