Digitize Your Family's Home Movies
VHS, VHS-C, MiniDV, DVDs, camcorder tapes and audio cassettes, converted to digital files for your phone, computer or TV.
Formats We Digitize
Bring in any of these formats. See Media Types for how each one ages.
VHS & VHS-C
The classic home-video tape format.
MiniDV
Digital camcorder tapes from the 2000s.
DVD
Including multi-chapter home-burned discs.
Camcorder Tapes
Hi8, Digital8, and other camcorder formats.
Audio Cassettes
Voice recordings, mixtapes, and more.
Ask Us About Other Formats
Not listed? Ask us.
Watch, Share, and Download, All in One Place
Every order includes free Cloud Delivery: a private link to a page with all your videos, ready to play in any browser. No apps, no setup.
Watch Anywhere
Play your videos straight from your link on your phone, tablet, or computer.
Share with Family
Send your link to relatives so everyone can enjoy the memories, wherever they live.
Download & Keep
Save your files before your link's 60 days are up.
Why Past Forward Studio
Local & Personal
Every tape is logged, sticker-numbered and tracked by hand, not run through an anonymous mail-in warehouse.
Careful Handling
We treat every tape like it's irreplaceable, because for your family, it is.
Simple Pricing
Transparent per-item rates that drop as your order grows. No surprise fees.
Ready to preserve your memories?
Drop off locally in Porter Ranch, or get in touch to arrange your order.