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Preserving Legacies: Insights, Guides & Stories

Expert advice on digitizing photos, films, tapes, and historical collections, written for families, historians, and organizations who want to preserve memories the right way.

At Digital Legacy Studios, we believe every collection has a story, and it deserves to be protected with care. Our blog shares practical guides, before-and-after examples, preservation tips, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from our work in West Hartford, Connecticut. Whether you're organizing family photos, converting VHS tapes, or preparing an archive for future generations, you’ll find step-by-steps and help here.

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Understanding the Need for Digitization

Understanding the Need for Digitization

Understanding the Need for Digitization

VHS tapes degrade over time due to factors like magnetic decay and environmental conditions. Digitizing these tapes ensures that your valuable memories are preserved in a format resistant to physical deterioration and easily shareable with future generations.

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