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Protect and preserve your media archive

In an archive, every recording, frame, song, and reel is a story worth retelling. But as formats change and technology evolves, how can you ensure that your archive’s stories are able to be shared long into the future?

At Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services, we combine deep expertise with technology solutions to protect what matters to you. We offer consulting and project services, secure physical storage, expert digitization and restoration, and flexible digital storage and access.

Whether your goal for your archive is to ensure continual access to your collection or to prepare your assets for monetization, our team can help. We have deep roots in the Media & Entertainment industry, and we understand that archival media requires highly specialized care. We treat your media as if it were our own.

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Our media and archival solutions

Physical Storage and Preservation

Climate-controlled, secure storage and transportation solutions that protect your physical assets and ensure long-term preservation.

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Digitization and Data Restoration

High-quality digitization and restoration of film, audio, photos, and more—making your media accessible, secure, and future-ready.

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Digital Storage and Access

Smart Vault and Archive Explorer offer secure, searchable platforms for storing, managing, and discovering your digital content.

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Consulting, Staffing, and Project Services

Expert planning, staffing, inventory, and relocation services to help manage, preserve, and move your collection with confidence.

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Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services is responsible for the preservation and digitization of more than 100 million assets worldwide
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Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services collaborates with more than 1,400 global clients
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Projects that Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services has worked on for our clients have resulted in more than 50 nominations and awards in the film, audio, and broadcast industries
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Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services has an arsenal of vintage playback equipment that can read 99% of all formats ever created

Customer success stories

Customer Success Stories

The GRAMMY Museum® uses Smart Vault to support fan access to its digital collections

The GRAMMY Museum is an interactive celebration of the power of music occupying a vibrant new space in downtown Los Angeles.

November 3, 2022

I’ve worked with other archive houses, and they’re all great. But Iron Mountain probably has the most capabilities. If you’ve got something weird, you take it to them.

Aly ParkerSupervising Producer, “The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart”

There are many companies that have the capability to digitize older tapes, but we knew we needed the best partner to help us restore and care for the Sun Records collection. Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services has the history of success, the experts, the facilities, and the unique processes that ensured the successful preservation of these fragile, priceless assets.

Donna GreccoVice President of Creative and Assets, Primary Wave Music

Customer Success Stories

Why Iron Mountain?

Iron Mountain is your trusted partner to safeguard and activate your media archives. We offer unparalleled expertise, innovative solutions, and robust security measures to protect, preserve, and promote your precious media assets. Whether it’s physical storage, digitization, or asset management, our comprehensive suite of services meets every need.

With Iron Mountain, you gain peace of mind and confidence in the enduring value of your archives, empowering you to focus on creating more of the content the world loves.

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Frequently asked questions

Explore our frequently asked questions to find out more about how we work to secure your legacy, handle your assets, and provide the top-tier service you require.

What kind of media does Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services specialize in preserving?

We specialize in preserving a wide range of media types, including film, audio, video, photographs, documents, and 3D objects. Our preservation services extend to both analog and digital formats.

How does the digitization process work at Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services?

We use state-of-the-art equipment to create high-quality digital preservation copies of your assets. Once digitized, your assets can be securely stored and easily accessible for future use, or returned to you for safekeeping.

Can I access my assets if they are stored with Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services?

Absolutely! For digital assets, we provide you with an easy-to-use platform that allows you to access and manage digitized assets anytime, anywhere. For physical assets stored in our secure facilities, access can be arranged per your requirements.

How does Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services support monetization of my content?

Along with preservation, we also offer services to activate and monetize your media archives. We help you explore opportunities for tokenization, licensing, distribution, and other revenue-generating activities, maximizing the value of your preserved content.

How can I get started with Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services?

Getting started with Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services is simple. Just reach out and one of our team members will be in touch with you to discuss your needs and how we can assist.