Welcome to &Kept

Congratulations on taking the first step toward preserving your family's heritage! &Kept makes it easy to document the stories behind your most treasured objects—from grandmother's quilt to grandfather's pocket watch. This guide will help you get started in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your Account

• Visit andkept.com and click Sign In
• You'll be prompted to sign in with your Replit account
• Accept the Terms of Service to complete your registration
• That's it—you're in!

Step 2: Understand Your Dashboard

Once logged in, you'll see your personal dashboard with:

• My Objects - All the heirlooms you've documented
• My Collections - Organized groups of related objects
• Quick Actions - Shortcuts to add new objects or collections

Step 3: Document Your First Object

Click "Add Object" to begin documenting your first heirloom. You'll be guided through several sections:

> Mobile Tip: On your phone, you can start with photos first! Tap the photo upload area and select multiple images at once from your camera roll. This makes it easy to capture an heirloom from every angle before adding the details.

Object Summary

• Give your object a meaningful name (e.g., "Grandmother Rose's Wedding Quilt")
• Select the category that best describes it (Textiles & Fiber Arts, Jewelry, Furniture, etc.)
• Add a brief description of what makes this object special

The Maker's Story

This is where the magic happens! Record:

• Who made or owned this object?
• When and where was it created?
• What was the occasion or purpose?

Physical Description

• Upload photos from multiple angles
• Note the materials, dimensions, and condition
• Document any markings, signatures, or labels

Personal Significance

• Why is this object meaningful to your family?
• What memories does it evoke?
• Who will inherit it next?

Step 4: Organize with Collections

Collections help you group related objects together. Consider creating collections like:

• "Grandma Rose's Treasures"
• "Wedding & Anniversary Items"
• "Kitchen Heirlooms"
• "Military Service Memorabilia"

To create a collection:

• Click "Collections" in the sidebar
• Click "New Collection"
• Name it and add a description
• Assign objects to your collection

Step 5: Share or Export

Once you've documented an object, you can:

• Generate a PDF for your records or insurance documentation
• Share the story with family members
• Request an AI valuation to understand its heritage value

Pro Tips for Better Documentation

• Take photos in good lighting - Natural daylight works best
• Capture details - Photograph any labels, signatures, or wear patterns
• Interview family members - They may know stories you don't
• Document now - Stories fade with time; capture them while you can
• Be specific - "Made by Great-Aunt Martha in 1952" is better than "old family quilt"
• Use your phone - Mobile uploads let you batch multiple photos at once

Need Help?

• Visit our blog for more guides and inspiration
• Contact us through the app's support feature
• Check our FAQ for common questions

Start Your Legacy Today

Every object has a story. Every story deserves to be remembered. Welcome to the &Kept family—we're honored to help you preserve what matters most.

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Ready to begin? Sign in now and document your first heirloom!