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You can freeze jerky for long term storage if you want. However, beef jerky has a shelf life 12+ months when stored in a cool dry location such as the pantry. However, the most common time to use a freezer during the process of making jerky is to semi freeze the raw beef before slicing. This ensures consistent thickness each slice.