You go develop film.
We'll cover the hassle.
Deliver scans, notify clients, and track your lab's growth — all in one platform
Running a film lab can feel like juggling too many rolls, eh, roles at once. From Dropbox chaos to endless client messages, it's easy to lose focus. Grainylabs gives you back your time with one hub for uploads, notifications, and analytics. No more endless open tabs, just smooth workflow.
On top of that, you get all the stats in one glimpse at your dashboard. Keep track, instead of getting lost.
Manual doesn't scale.
From Dropbox chaos to endless client messages, it's easy to lose focus on what matters most.
Hours spent emailing scan links, managing files, chasing customers. No one likes the administrative rigmarole, right?
Wrong links, missed emails, mystery scans, angry customer follow-ups. It's easy to lose track.
No standard experience. Every order handled differently. Messy folders and lost files everywhere.
High-volume weeks amplify every problem. Staff scramble, clients wait, and messages pile up.
Where film meets focus.
Easy oversight for analogue film labs
Grainylabs automates the film lab workflow from start to finish. This means you can spend less time organizing files and more time developing film. Because let's be honest: no one likes the administrative rigmarole, right?
Direct delivery
No more Dropbox or WeTransfer chaos. Instead, say hi to secure ZIP downloads with gallery preview. Your clients get their scans instantly and securely.
Eliminate mistakes
No more 'Whose negatives were these?' Say goodbye to mix-ups and mystery scans. With barcode workflows and smart tracking, every roll finds its match.
Built-in upsell
Turn every delivery into an opportunity, and give your clients choices they didn't know they needed. Offer prints, skip-the-line options or other premium add-ons.
Secure & organised
Embedded download links guarantee a tight level of professionalism and organisation. Say goodbye to lost files or messy folders.
Automated updates
Clients are automatically notified by mail or text when the scans are uploaded onto the server. Your clients hear from you before they even have to ask.
Accept orders from anywhere.
Customers ship their film in. Your lab processes it. Grainylabs handles the rest.
Customer submits
Online form captures details, film type, scan preferences, negative handling.
Film arrives
Order already exists in the system — ready to process immediately.
Process & scan
Same workflow as in-store. Develop, scan, quality check. No separate process.
Auto deliver
Scans delivered automatically via branded portal. Negatives posted back if requested.
See what's working.
Track how many rolls you process, who comes back, and understand your lab's retention rate. Know your lab inside out, all from one dashboard.
- Real-time order pipeline
- Filter by stage instantly
- Rush order prioritisation
- Daily throughput stats
Never forget to hit 'send' again.
Clients are automatically notified by mail or text when the scans are uploaded onto the server. Your clients hear from you before they even have to ask. You look proactive, professional, and always on top of things.
- Branded delivery pages
- Auto-email on upload
- One-click ZIP downloads
- 4-month scan retention
Get your time (and sanity) back.
No more Dropbox or WeTransfer chaos. Instead, say hi to secure ZIP downloads with gallery preview. Your clients get their scans instantly and securely.
- Gallery with preview
- Per-roll downloads
- Full resolution files
- Your brand, zero effort
Make every roll count.
Turn every delivery into an opportunity, and give your clients choices they didn't know they needed. Offer prints, skip-the-line options or other premium add-ons.
- One-click print orders
- Border & contact sheet add-ons
- TIFF premium tier
- Pure margin, no extra work
The darkroom just got brighter
Turn rolls into returns with automation, upsells, and customer delight.
Turnaround that turns heads
Let automation handle the busywork. Scans go out quicker, workflows move smoother, and your queue finally feels manageable.
More growth, less grind
Little upsells, loyal clients. It adds up over time, without you having to work harder.
Happier clients, happier you
Give your clients the joy of delivery and clear communication. You'll have them thinking: wow, they've got it together.
Ready to run a smarter lab?
Go from messy folders to smooth workflows.
Let us handle the dull stuff. You go do what you love most, and develop those film rolls.
Got questions?
Everything you need to know about Grainylabs.
What is Grainylabs?
Grainylabs is a workflow management platform built specifically for analogue film labs. It handles scan delivery, client notifications, order tracking, and upselling — all from one dashboard.
How does scan delivery work?
Once you upload the scans, Grainylabs automatically notifies your client via email. They receive a branded download page with gallery preview and secure ZIP downloads. No more Dropbox links or WeTransfer chaos.
Do I need technical skills to set it up?
Not at all. We handle the full setup for you. Once your account is ready, your team can start creating orders and delivering scans right away.
How does mail-in ordering work?
Customers fill out an online form with their film type, scan preferences, and shipping details. When the film arrives at your lab, the order is already in the system — ready to process immediately.
What kind of upsells can I offer?
There are two types. Before intake, customers can add options like borders, contact sheets, TIFF exports, and skip-the-line. After delivery, they can order prints directly from their scans. Both turn every order into a revenue opportunity.
Is there a free trial?
Get in touch with us at hello@grainylabs.com and we'll walk you through the platform. We're happy to find a plan that works for your lab.
“We're a tiny team, so every minute counts. Before Grainylabs, we were bouncing between drives, folders, and messages just to get scans out the door. Now it's all in one place — uploads, notifications, everything. It's faster, cleaner, and honestly just takes a lot off our plate. Once you get used to it, you can't really imagine going back.”
COLE — MORI FILM LAB