Q: What is the Gravestone Photo Project (GPP)?
A: The GPP is a volunteer-driven effort to document gravestones by photographing and transcribing them for genealogical and historical research.
Q: Who can contribute?
A: Anyone can contribute. You do not need prior experience—just access to a cemetery and a camera.
Q: Do I need an account to submit photos?
A: No account is required to upload photos. However, you will be asked to provide an email address during transcription. This is used in case we have questions about your submission. You also have the option to receive an email with a confirmation link to the new gravestone entry.
Q: I don’t see a county listed in the search results.
A: If no one has uploaded a photo within a county of your state, it will not appear in the list of counties to search. If you have a photo you would like to contribute, all counties will show up on our transcription page. Once a photo has been approved within a county, then that county will be listed.
Q: I have questions about a burial that I don’t see on this site.
A: We are not affiliated with any cemetery or municipality. We cannot answer questions about cemetery burials, plots, location, contact information, or individuals believed to be buried but not listed on this site. The only information available is what appears on each gravestone page, uploaded and transcribed by contributors.
Q: How do I submit a gravestone photo?
A: Submitting a photo is easy; just complete the following steps:
Q: What happens after I upload a photo?
A: All submissions are placed on hold and reviewed by an administrator. Most are approved within 24 hours.
Q: Why are photos reviewed before being published?
A: To ensure that submissions are appropriate (actual gravestones) and not spam or unrelated content.
Q: What information do I need to provide?
A: You will need to provide the following information:
Q: What if the cemetery is not listed?
A: There is an option to add a new cemetery if you are the first to upload a photo to that location.
Q: Can I include multiple people from one gravestone?
A: Yes. You can add multiple individuals, and the same photo will be linked to all records.
Q: What makes a good gravestone photo?
A: High-quality photos make transcription easier. For the best results, please ensure:
Q: How do I get started as a volunteer?
A: Simply visit a cemetery, take photos, and upload them. No formal signup is required.
Q: What if I make a mistake in my submission?
A: If you notice an error after submission, use the “Suggest a Correction” button on the gravestone record. This will record your request, and it will be placed in a queue for an administrator to review