NFT Image Upload Guide

Upload your NFT images to IPFS using Pinata or NFT.Storage

Why IPFS for NFTs?

NFTs require permanent, decentralized storage for images and metadata. IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) is the industry standard because:

  • Permanent Storage: Files are not controlled by a single server
  • Content Addressing: Files have unique CIDs (Content Identifiers) that never change
  • OpenSea Compatible: All major NFT marketplaces support IPFS links

Pinata

User-Friendly & Feature-Rich

Free Plan: 1GB storage + 10GB bandwidth/month
API Support: Easy integration for developers
Pinning Service: Files stay online permanently
Upload Speed: Fast & reliable

✅ Best for: Beginners, small-medium collections, or projects needing API access

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NFT.Storage

Free & NFT-Optimized

Completely Free: Unlimited storage for NFTs
Filecoin Backup: Files backed by Filecoin network
NFT Metadata: Automatic metadata formatting
Protocol Labs: Built by IPFS creators

✅ Best for: Large collections, long-term projects, or those wanting 100% free storage

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How to Upload on Pinata

1

Create Account

Go to pinata.cloud and sign up for a free account. No credit card required!

2

Upload Files

Click on "Files" → "Upload" → Select your NFT images (PNG, JPG, GIF, MP4, etc.)

💡 Tip: You can upload multiple files at once or even entire folders!
3

Get IPFS Link

After upload, copy the CID (Content Identifier). Your IPFS link will be:

ipfs://YOUR_CID

Example: ipfs://QmX8...abc/

4

Use in Your NFT Contract

When deploying your NFT contract, use the IPFS link as your Base URI.

Make sure your Base URI ends with / (forward slash) if you uploaded a folder!

How to Upload on NFT.Storage

1

Sign Up

Visit nft.storage and sign up with your email or GitHub account.

2

Upload Your NFT Assets

Click "Upload" and select your images. NFT.Storage automatically handles metadata formatting.

💡 Advantage: NFT.Storage has built-in tools for ERC-721 and ERC-1155 metadata!
3

Copy IPFS CID

After upload completes, you'll receive a CID. Use it in this format:

ipfs://YOUR_CID
4

Deploy & Enjoy Free Storage Forever

Your files are now backed by both IPFS and Filecoin, ensuring long-term availability at zero cost.

Quick Comparison

FeaturePinataNFT.Storage
Free Storage1GBUnlimited ✅
Bandwidth/Month10GBUnlimited ✅
API Support✅ Excellent✅ Good
User Interface✅ Very Easy✅ Easy
Filecoin BackupOptional (Paid)✅ Automatic
Best ForSmall-Medium ProjectsLarge Projects

Pro Tips for NFT Creators

Optimize Images:

Compress images before uploading to save storage and improve loading speed (use tools like TinyPNG).

Consistent Naming:

Name your files as: 1.png, 2.png, 3.png... to match token IDs.

Test Before Deploying:

Make sure your IPFS links work by testing them in a browser: https://ipfs.io/ipfs/YOUR_CID

Backup Your Files:

Always keep local backups of your NFT assets and metadata files.

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