What's really better for documents (and why)
When it comes to storing receipts and documents, most people no longer think about paper.
They photograph with their phone. They save "somewhere in the cloud." Most often to Google Drive, Photos, or Notes.
And it makes sense.
But the question is: is that enough when you actually need the document?
Let's be fair – no marketing, no scare tactics.
Option 1: Google Drive / Photos / Notes
When it works well
Google tools are great at one thing: they're at hand and free.
Advantages
- You already have them on your phone
- Taking a photo of a receipt takes seconds
- They work offline and online
- For occasionally saving "something important" they're perfectly fine
If you:
- deal with a few receipts/documents per year
- have perfect memory
- never search for documents under stress
👉 Google solutions are probably enough for you
And that's fine.
Where Google solutions start failing
The problem isn't in saving. The problem is using the document at the right time.
1. Searching under stress
Try to imagine:
- broken washing machine
- service needs the receipt
- you're in the store or on the phone
And now:
- photos in the gallery
- files in Drive
- file names like IMG_4829.jpg
Will you find it? Maybe. In a minute? Probably not.
2. No warranty tracking
Google:
- doesn't know when you saved the document
- doesn't know what's on the receipt
- doesn't know when the warranty ends
If you don't track it yourself, the warranty quietly expires.
3. Receipt readability
Paper receipts:
- fade
- blur
- are often barely readable after a year
Google saves the photo. But doesn't address quality, readability, or data structure.
4. No structure
In Google solutions:
- you have no warranty overview
- you have no appliance list
- you have no claim history
- you have no system
You just have a pile of files.
Option 2: DigiDoklad
Why it was created and when it makes sense
DigiDoklad wasn't created to replace Google Drive. It was created because Drive isn't enough when time, money, and nerves are at stake.
What DigiDoklad does differently
1. Understands documents
- recognizes the store
- recognizes the amount
- recognizes the date
- knows it's a receipt or contract
You're not photographing an "image." You're saving a document.
2. Tracks warranties for you
- knows when the document was created
- knows when the warranty ends
- alerts you before it's too late
You don't have to remember anything.
3. Find a document in seconds
- by store
- by date
- by amount
- by document type
Even under stress. Even from your phone. Even after years.
4. Built for real life
- moving
- claims
- service
- car
- household
- family
Not a "file storage." A digital document archive.
Clear comparison
| Feature | Google Drive / Photos | DigiDoklad |
|---|---|---|
| Quick save | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Document overview | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Warranty tracking | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Finding under stress | ⚠️ Difficult | ✅ Instant |
| Data readability | 📷 Photo | 📊 Structured data |
| Alerts | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Ready for claims | ⚠️ Probably not | ✅ Yes |
Conclusion
If you save a few documents per year and have good memory, Google tools are enough for you.
But if you want documents under control, find them anytime, and never forget about warranties: DigiDoklad will save you time, money, and nerves.
Try DigiDoklad for free and see for yourself.
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