It’s important to understand the benefits behind copying your data to additional storage solutions and how to do it efficiently. NFT.Storage has been a reliable platform for storing your NFTs, but with the upcoming changes, we recommend copying your data to ensure its accessibility are up to your expectations.

Why Copy Your Data?

1. Performance: By copying your data to the provider of your choice, you ensure continued access is at a performance level that works for you.
2. Enhanced Data Security: Using multiple storage solutions increases the robustness of your data. In the unlikely event that one service experiences issues, your data remains safe and accessible through another.
3. Optimized Storage Solutions: NFT.Storage recommends checking out Pinata and Lighthouse, who each offer unique benefits. Pinata provides flexible plans and user-friendly tools, while Lighthouse offers one-time payment for hot storage.

How to Copy Your Data

Both Pinata and Lighthouse offer simple tools to help you copy your NFT.Storage Classic data. Here’s a step-by-step guide for each:

Pinata

Step 1: Sign Up

• Create a Pinata account using our referral link.

Step 2: Create an API Key

• Log in to your NFT.Storage Classic account.
• Navigate to the API keys section and create a new API key.

Step 3: Integrate API Key

• Log in to your Pinata account.
• Use the API key from NFT.Storage to integrate with Pinata.

Step 4: Start Copying

• Begin the copy process by following the instructions provided by Pinata.

Exclusive Offer: Use the discount code NFTSTORAGE50 at checkout to enjoy 50% off your first month on any paid plan.

For detailed instructions, visit the Pinata Migration Guide.

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Lighthouse

Step 1: Sign Up

• Create a Lighthouse account using our referral link.

Step 2: Use the Migration Tool

• Lighthouse offers a simple tool to import your NFT.Storage Classic data.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to start the import process.

For detailed instructions, visit the Lighthouse Migration Guide.

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Supporting NFT.Storage

By choosing Pinata or Lighthouse, you are directly supporting NFT.Storage. These partnerships help us maintain and enhance our services for the entire NFT community. Additionally, there are other ways to support NFT.Storage:

• Make a Donation: Consider making a donation to support our mission.
• Buy our swag: Buy some merch from the NFT.Storage Storage

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Conclusion

Migrating your data to Pinata or Lighthouse not only ensures its continued availability but also enhances its security and accessibility. Take advantage of the exclusive offers and robust features provided by our partners to maintain the integrity and longevity of your NFT data. Thank you for being a valued member of the NFT.Storage community. Together, we are building a sustainable future for NFT storage and preservation.

For any questions or assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team.

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