Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Film Developing, scanning & printing services are available to the public, UFLN members get 20% off all services. Hourly darkroom rental is available to the public on a limited basis. All members have 24/7/365 access.

    Darkroom rental access to United Film Lab Network Partner labs is members-only. Many of the labs have public hours we do not keep track of.

  • Typically 5-7 days

    Quoted turnaround times are estimates and not guarantees.

  • Developing, also known as processing, means using chemicals to turn your exposed film into negatives.

    Scanning means to turn the negatives into digital files which you can view on a computer or a phone.

    Printing means making paper copies of the images that you can hold in your hand. Prints are not included with film developing, however prints can be ordered separately.

  • You’ll receive an email with a Dropbox link where you can view & download the files. We do not burn CD’s or put images on USB drives.

  • All developed film is mailed back.

  • Yes! Disposable cameras have a standard roll of 35mm color negative film inside.

  • Prints can be ordered separately

  • You can use your tracking number to see the package’s status.

    If USPS says it was delivered but you have not received a confirmation email after a few days, please send us an email with your order details and we’ll be glad to look into it.

  • I wish I could help you but unfortunately your package is most likely at the Mail Recovery Center in Atlanta which is internally referred to as the "Dead Letter Center" by USPS.

    We are not responsible for errors or mis-deliveries made by the United States Postal Service.

    You can contact the United States Postal Service at usps.com

  • Nope. We keep our prices as low as possible in order to make our services accessible to everyone.

  • Sometimes, depending on what we have in stock at the moment. Please email us to inquire.

  • We do! We have partnered with Negativeland to offer motion picture film developing and scanning for super 8 & 16mm .Turnaround time is 7-10 business days.

  • No.

  • Your anxiety is totally natural and understandable. We are professionals who have been handling film for decades. You can stop by anytime to see the space & meet members if you're local.