Storage begins with knowing the conditions the manufacturer recommends and observing how the humidor behaves. A regular record helps to follow changes and to keep a storage reference.

Habanos recommends between 16 and 18 °C and between 65 and 70 % relative humidity for its cigars. This is its specific guidance. The target for a collection should be defined with the instructions of the manufacturer and of the storage system used.

Cigar Dojo explains that a new wooden humidor needs seasoning before it receives the collection, because dry wood absorbs moisture. The procedure and its duration depend on the system chosen and should follow its current instructions.

As a record-keeping practice, it is advisable to note the date, temperature, humidity and any changes made to the container. Those data help to distinguish a one-off reading from a trend. The editorial suggestion is to keep a routine of observation and make adjustments in accordance with the equipment’s documentation, keeping the instructions together with the humidor’s history.