VHS to Digital Service
Heirloom's VHS to digital service makes it easy to preserve your family's priceless home movies before they're lost to time. Whether you're sending VHS tapes, photographs, film reels, audio recordings, or other media, simply send everything together. Our preservation specialists carefully inspect every item, identify exactly what you've sent, classify each VHS tape as either Standard VHS or Damaged VHS, and prepare a detailed, itemized quote.
There is no counting, no guesswork, and no obligation. You don't pay anything until we've completed our inspection and you've approved the quote.
Why Use a VHS to Digital Service?
Your memories are irreplaceable, but VHS tapes weren't designed to last forever. Over time, magnetic tape deteriorates, mold can develop, playback equipment becomes harder to find, and every viewing increases the risk of permanent damage. A professional VHS to digital service preserves your home movies in a modern digital format that can be streamed, downloaded, and shared with future generations—before time permanently takes that opportunity away.
Why Choose Heirloom?
Most digitization companies expect you to figure everything out before you send your memories.
Heirloom doesn't.
Simply send your media, and our specialists will:
- Identify every type of media you send
- Inventory each individual item
- Separate Standard VHS from Damaged VHS
- Recommend the appropriate digitization for every item
- Prepare a detailed, itemized quote
- Answer any questions before work begins
Only after you've reviewed and approved your quote do we begin digitizing your memories. That means no surprises, no unnecessary charges, and complete confidence that your family's memories are receiving the care they deserve.
Does Heirloom rescue from damaged or moldy VHS tapes?
Yes. Heirloom often recovers video from degraded, broken, and even moldy VHS tapes. We can splice broken tape, repair or replace cassette shells, and do everything possible to capture the highest-quality digital copy before the magnetic tape degrades further. Heirloom cannot reverse aging or guarantee that every section will be perfect, but our goal is to preserve as much of your video as possible before it gets worse.
When do I pay for Heirloom's VHS to digital service?
You don't pay upfront. Simply send your VHS tapes (or any combination of photos, film, tapes, and documents) and our experts will inspect every item, verify it can be digitized, and email you a detailed, no-obligation quote, usually the same business day your shipment arrives. We begin digitizing only after you approve the quote and submit payment. You can ship your media however you like, or purchase a printable Heirloom shipping label to send it today.
Does Heirloom really credit for empty VHS tapes?
Yes. If Heirloom confirms that a VHS tape is completely blank, even after careful playback, you receive store credit for that tape. We do not simply assume a cassette has content because it is labeled. Heirloom takes the time to play through the entire tape so you only pay for media with recoverable memories.
How does Heirloom deliver my digital video?
Heirloom converts each VHS tape into one 720x480 MP4 digital video file. Your MP4 files are delivered to your private digital vault, where you can download, stream, and share them easily during your included access period. Heirloom can also transfer copies to a flash drive if you want physical delivery. We use portable MP4 files because they are far more flexible and durable than putting your memories onto DVDs that can also degrade over time.
Does Heirloom edit or AI enhance the content?
Heirloom focuses on creating the best possible digital capture from your original VHS tape, not on editing your memories for you. We believe you should stay in control of how your content is trimmed, enhanced, or improved over time, whether you edit it manually or use AI tools as they continue to improve. Many disappointing “enhancements” start with weak source files, so Heirloom’s priority is to preserve the strongest digital version now, while your original tape is still available.
How It Works
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Send Your Media
Most customers simply drop off their old media at any UPS Store using a prepaid Heirloom label.
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Approve the Quote
We inspect your media and deliver a clear, no-obligation quote. No counting or guesswork before you pay.
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Laugh, Cry, and Share
Stream memories from your digital vault. Download anytime. USB backup drives also available.
Choose How to Send
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Buy a Labeled Box
Get the right size box sent to your home. Each includes a prepaid label. Starts at only $20!
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Use Your Own Box
Fill your own box, attach this label, and drop it off as soon as today! Only $14.99 for any size!
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Ship It Your Way
Use your preferred carrier for a low-cost option when digital delivery is all you need.
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Deliver In Person
Meet our experts and get an immediate quote when you drop off your media.
