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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 and 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 and 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

  • 100M+
    Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services is responsible for the preservation and digitization of more than 100 million assets worldwide
  • 1,400+
    Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services collaborates with more than 1,400 global clients
  • 50+
    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
  • 99%
    Iron Mountain Media & Archival Services has an arsenal of vintage playback equipment that can read 99% of all formats ever created
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
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Heritage Preservation

At Iron Mountain, we act as stewards protecting and maintaining a continuous connection to history. All of these recordings, songs, films, rare books, reels, and more capture the creative output of our global heritage. We understand that preservation alone is not enough, however, so we expertly digitize, restore, and remediate fragile physical assets – such as film, rare books, photographs, tapes, and documents - transforming them into accessible, high-quality formats.  

Learn more about Iron Mountain’s efforts to ensure that our shared, global heritage remains protected from deterioration, loss, or obscurity.

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We help organizations of all sizes seamlessly protect, connect, and activate assets across their lifecycle—making them visible, secure, accessible, and AI-ready. Fill out the form, and an Iron Mountain expert will be in touch to help you optimize your data and logistics strategy.

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  • #1 largest ITAD provider in North America
  • 75 years of storing critical information
  • 3B documents digitized annually
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Why Iron Mountain?

We have the experience and expertise to protect, preserve, and activate the content behind your greatest productions while keeping your most irreplaceable masters safe and secure. Together, we elevate the power of your work.

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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.

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