Digital Garage 101: Organize Mods, Photos, and Receipts

Every car enthusiast knows the struggle—photos saved all over your phone, receipts buried in emails, and mods scribbled in notes. A digital garage changes that. It gives you one clean space to organize everything about your build: your mods, photos, videos, and even receipts.

With TagMyBuild, you can keep your entire build history online, accessible, and even scannable at car meets with your very own QR code.

What Is a Digital Garage?

A digital garage is your personal online space to store and showcase every detail of your vehicle. Instead of juggling folders, messages, and spreadsheets, everything lives under your car’s profile — including specs, modifications, receipts, and shop details.

On TagMyBuild, each car you add becomes its own digital portfolio page with:

Mod lists and install notes
High-quality photos and videos
Shop shout-outs and logos
A printable show placard
A built-in QR code that links directly to your garage

Why a Digital Garage Matters

Building cars isn’t just about turning wrenches — it’s about documenting progress and telling your story. A digital garage helps you:

Stay organized: Every photo, receipt, and mod lives in one place.
Showcase your build: Share your journey with friends, fans, or show judges.
Build credibility: Detailed receipts and install logs prove the quality of your work.
Add value: When it’s time to sell, your full build sheet increases buyer confidence.

You can even make your build scannable with an official QR sticker, perfect for car shows or events.

Getting Started for Free

You can open your digital garage today with a Spectator account. It’s completely free and includes one car slot plus access to the entire community.

You’ll be asked to enter billing details for verification, but you won’t be charged unless you make a purchase or upgrade. TagMyBuild uses Stripe as a third-party processor, and no billing information is stored on the platform.

When you’re ready for more features, you can upgrade:

Enthusiast Plan – $5/month for two cars, full community access, likes, comments, and custom QR stickers.
Collector Plan – $10/month for up to five cars, plus advanced mod tracking and shop links.

You can explore the full platform anytime at the TagMyBuild Home Page or Join Here.

Step-by-Step: Building Your Digital Garage

1. Add Your Car

Start by creating your car profile — enter the Year, Make, and Model, then upload a clean hero photo. This image becomes the cover of your digital garage.

2. Log Each Mod

Every modification deserves its own spotlight. Add details like:

Part name and brand
Installation notes
Photos or YouTube videos
Links to where you bought it
Uploaded receipts or documents

Keeping your mods separated like this makes your garage easy to browse and builds a verified record of your work.

3. Organize Photos and Videos

Upload high-quality images that tell your story:

Before & After shots show progress.
Close-ups highlight craftsmanship.
Videos let others see and hear your setup in action.

Keep your best shot as the hero image and store progress photos in each mod’s gallery for a clean layout.

4. Upload Receipts and Paperwork

Turn your build into proof of quality. Attach receipts, dyno sheets, or warranty info to the correct mod.
This helps when:

Selling your car
Making insurance claims
Proving authenticity for rare or custom parts

Pro tip: Rename your receipts before uploading — something like
2025-05-10_APR_Intake_SummitRacing_$329 keeps things organized.

5. Credit Your Shops

Did a tuning shop or detailer help with your build? Give them credit!
You can upload shop logos and add them to your garage under the Shop Shout-Outs section.
It looks professional and helps promote the people who made your build possible.

6. Make It Scannable

Generate a large, clear QR code linked to your car’s page, or grab an official QR sticker printed on weather-resistant vinyl.
Stick it on your window or near your placard, and fans can instantly scan your car to see your photos, mods, and history.

Keep Your Garage Up to Date

Your digital garage grows with your build. After every install or event:

Add a new mod with details and photos.
Upload any receipts or tuning sheets.
Update your description to reflect new upgrades or milestones.

This quick routine ensures your build always looks fresh and complete.

Example Organization Structure

Here’s a layout you can copy for a clean, professional garage:

Engine & Performance: Intake, exhaust, tune, turbo/supercharger.
Suspension: Coilovers, arms, sway bars, alignment specs.
Wheels & Tires: Sizes, offsets, compounds, and brands.
Brakes: Pads, rotors, and brake lines.
Exterior: Aero, lighting, paint, or wrap details.
Interior: Seats, steering wheel, audio setup.
Maintenance: Fluids, plugs, filters, and service intervals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay to use the digital garage?
No! The Spectator account is completely free. You only pay if you upgrade to Enthusiast or Collector for more cars and features.

Can I print my build for shows?
Yes! You can generate a printable 8.5×11” placard straight from your garage that includes your specs, photos, and QR code.

Is my data secure?
Yes. TagMyBuild uses secure Stripe processing and never stores sensitive billing information.

Can I add videos?
Absolutely — you can embed YouTube links right inside your car’s page.

Ready to Start?

Turn your build into a professional, organized, and scannable portfolio today.
Visit TagMyBuild or Join TagMyBuild to create your free garage and showcase your car like never before.