Content checklist

What to Put on a Memorial Website

Start a memorial website with the person's name, verified dates, and a portrait the family can share. Add a resting place only if appropriate. A fuller page can include a life story, meaningful photos or videos, milestones, and memories from relatives and friends. Check permissions and living people's privacy before publishing anything online.

By MemorialPics LLC · Updated October 5, 2026

Illustrative family photographs and phone showing a memorial layout — Fictional staged image; obtain permission before uploading real family photos.

Key takeaways

Accuracy and family consent matter more than filling every section.
A short, specific story is often more meaningful than a long generic tribute.
Premium content sections can grow as memories are gathered.

Begin with essential details

Use the name the person and family would recognize, check dates against family records, and choose a clear portrait. MemorialPics Basic also has space for a resting place and relatives. Leave out details you are unsure of or that living people do not want shared.

Tell the life in specific moments

A Premium life story can describe places, work, interests, and the relationships that shaped the person. Small moments can be more memorable than a list of achievements: a phrase they often said, a favorite tradition, or the way they helped others. Ask several relatives to review sensitive or disputed details.

Choose media and invite memories

Premium galleries can hold photos and videos, while memories and a guestbook invite other perspectives. Add simple captions with context when known. Only upload media you have permission to use, and review visitor submissions before they appear publicly.

Use a range of ages and everyday moments, not only formal portraits.
Include dates and names in captions only when verified and appropriate.
Keep a copy of family originals outside the memorial service.

Common questions

What if I do not know every date?: Use only details you can verify. You can begin with a simpler page and add information later.
Should I list living relatives?: Only share living people's names or details with their agreement and in a way the family considers appropriate.
Can I add video?: Photo and video galleries are Premium features on MemorialPics.
How long should a life story be?: There is no required length. A clear, personal account with a few specific moments can be enough.
Can visitors write in the guestbook?: Premium has a guestbook. Visitor entries are reviewed by the family before appearing publicly.