Step 1: Log In & Access the Upload Interface

1. Sign in to your BrandLife account.
2. From the main dashboard, locate the sidebar navigation menu.
3. Click “Uploads” (or “Upload” / “Assets > Upload”) to open the upload interface.
   

Why this matters: You need to be in the Uploads section to begin any file transfer.

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Step 2: Prepare Your Assets Before Uploading

To avoid errors and make your library easier to manage, do a quick prep pass:

• Check file size limits.
• If your assets exceed the maximum file size (e.g. large video files), compress or convert them before uploading.
• Use clear, consistent file names.
• E.g. ClientX_Social_Post_2025-09-25_v1.jpg — descriptive names make searching easier later.
• Gather metadata and keywords (optional).
• If you know tags, descriptions, or categories in advance, keep them handy.
• Decide on organization.
• Think ahead: which collection or folder will this belong to? You can organize later, but having a plan helps.

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Step 3: Choose Your Upload Method

You have multiple ways to bring files into BrandLife. Pick whichever is easiest for you:

Option A: Upload from Your Device

1. In the Uploads interface, click the “Upload” button (usually top-right).
2. A file browser will open — select one or more files.
3. Click “Open” or “Upload” to begin.

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Option B: Drag & Drop Files Directly

1. Locate the upload area on your screen (usually highlighted or marked with “Drag files here”).
2. Open the folder on your computer that contains your assets.
3. Select one or more files, then drag and drop them into the upload area.
4. The upload will begin automatically, and you’ll see progress indicators.
   

Pro Tip: Drag & drop works great for batch uploads—just select a group of files at once.

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Option C: Import from Google Drive or Dropbox

1. In the upload panel, select “Import from Google Drive” or “Import from Dropbox.”
2. Log in to your chosen service (if prompted).
3. Browse your cloud files and select what you need.
4. Click “Import” to transfer them directly into BrandLife.

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Step 4: Monitor & Confirm Uploads

• As files upload, watch for progress bars or status indicators.
• Wait for confirmation that the files have been successfully uploaded.
• If an upload fails, you should see an error message — click the error or retry icon to attempt again.

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Step 5: Organize Your Assets

Once upload is complete:

• Move files into folders or collections.
• Use categories like “Campaign A,” “Social Media,” or “Product Photography” to stay organized.
• Rename, tag, or add descriptions.
• Click on an asset, then choose “Edit Details” (or similar) to add metadata, tags, or notes.
• Set permissions (if available).
• You may be able to restrict who can see or edit certain assets—check the sharing or permissions panel.

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Step 6: (Optional) Use AI-Powered Tagging

If your BrandLife account includes AI-assisted features:

• Turn on AI Tagging / Auto-Tag for your uploaded assets.
• The system will scan the asset (e.g. image, video) and generate suggested tags or keywords.
• You can review and edit these tags before saving.

Why this helps: Auto-tagging accelerates discoverability and ensures consistency across your library.

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Best Practices & Tips

• Batch upload whenever possible.
• Uploading multiple files at once saves time vs. doing it one by one.
• Upload during off-peak times.
• Big file transfers work better when internet traffic is lower.
• Regularly prune unused assets.
• Clear out old or irrelevant files to keep your library lean and efficient.
• Version control:
• If you update an existing asset, upload a new version instead of overwriting. This preserves history and prevents confusion.
• Use consistent taxonomy.
• Agree on folder names, tag conventions, spelling, etc., to ensure that your team stays on the same page.

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