Seattle-area tape digitizing
Tape transfer services
Local appointment-only transfer for VHS, VHS-C, S-VHS, MiniDV, and HDV tapes. The default deliverable is one MP4 file per tape, suitable for computer playback, smart TV playback, family sharing, and backup.
Local Seattle-area drop-off and pickup by confirmed appointment
No mailing required for irreplaceable family tapes
Secure download link or USB delivery options
Home movies and customer-owned recordings only
Supported tape formats
Each format is transferred as a simple capture when the tape is playable. We will flag damaged, blank, or unstable recordings during review.
VHS to digital in Seattle
Convert standard VHS home movies to one MP4 file per tape for computer playback, smart TV playback, sharing, and backup.
VHS-C transfer
Small camcorder tapes can be transferred to digital files when the cassette and recording are playable.
S-VHS transfer
S-VHS and SVHS tapes are handled as simple transfers to MP4 by default, with notes if the recording is damaged or unstable.
MiniDV transfer
MiniDV tapes are captured to digital video files for customers who want family camcorder footage off aging tape.
HDV transfer
HDV camcorder tapes can be transferred to digital files when the tape condition and recorded format are supported.
Seattle-area appointments
Seattle Video Transfer is set up for local drop-off and pickup by appointment, not walk-in or mail-in service.
Submit the intake form first. We will review the tape count, confirm the quote and timing, then provide exact handoff instructions.
Service area signals
The service is focused on Seattle and nearby communities. These are service-area signals, not public storefront addresses.
Tape transfer FAQ
How much does video tape transfer cost?
Standard tape transfer starts at $25 per tape for recordings up to 2 hours. Final quotes may change based on tape count, length, condition, rush requests, and USB delivery needs.
How long does tape transfer take?
Turnaround depends on tape count, condition, and current workload. Submit the intake form first, then we will confirm quote and scheduling details before any drop-off.
What tape formats are supported?
The core supported formats are VHS, VHS-C, S-VHS, MiniDV, and HDV. SVT is growing and plans to add more media formats soon. If you are not sure what format you have, choose Unsure on the intake form.
Do you make DVDs?
The default deliverable is one MP4 file per tape. MP4 files are more compatible with modern phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, cloud storage, and sharing services than DVDs. Need DVD services? Start intake and we may be able to help you.
Do tapes leave Seattle?
No. Your original media is dropped off at the same location services are rendered.
What if a tape is blank, damaged, or moldy?
Damaged, moldy, blank, or poorly recorded tapes may not transfer successfully. Simple transfer does not include advanced repair, restoration, editing, or color correction unless quoted separately. Start an intake form and describe the tape condition; we may be able to help.
Can tapes be dropped off without an appointment?
No. Please submit an intake request first and wait for confirmed drop-off instructions before bringing tapes.
Limitations
Damaged, moldy, blank, or poorly recorded tapes may not transfer successfully. Simple transfer does not include advanced restoration, repair, color correction, editing, highlights, or chaptering unless quoted separately.
Ready for a quote?
Share your tape count, formats, condition notes, and Seattle-area scheduling details.