I have old media
VHS, camcorder tapes, film reels, photos, slides, cassettes, and mixed family boxes.
Locally owned in the Fox Cities, Wisconsin
Preserve the family moments you cannot replace.
Past Forward Convert helps families turn aging tapes, film, photos, slides, and audio into easy-to-share digital files with honest communication, careful handling, and no-pressure quotes.
- What
- Tapes, film, photos, and audio
- Where
- Appleton, Fox Cities, and mail-in
- How
- Google Drive, USB, optional DVDs
Start here
You do not need to know the format before asking.
Most families start with a box, a few labels, and a lot of questions. A rough count, a few photos, or one simple message is enough to begin.
I am not sure what it is
Send a photo and get help identifying VHS-C, Hi8, Video8, MiniDV, film, or other formats.
I want it easy to share
Private Google Drive delivery, USB drives, and optional DVDs make memories easier for the whole family.
Neighborhood Fave 2025Handled personally by AaronNo outsourcing or call center
"Aaron was wonderful to work with. He took excellent care of our family's old VHS tapes and DVDs, and communication was easy and smooth throughout the whole process."
Lindsay - Etsy review
Why personal service helps
Memory preservation should feel clear, careful, and human.
Past Forward Convert is local and quote-based, so the next step can be small, honest, and built around your actual family media.
Ask questions before you commit.
Start with a few items, not the whole box.
Get a quote around what you actually have.
Choose Google Drive, USB, or optional DVDs up front.
Simple process
- 1Tell me what you have
- 2Get a no-pressure quote
- 3Receive easy-to-share files
After you reach out
No guessing, no pressure, and no sending originals before there is a plan.
A quote request does not lock you into anything. It starts a practical conversation so the project feels clear before your family media changes hands.
Your request is reviewed personally
Aaron reads the details, checks any photo you uploaded, and looks for the clearest next step.
You get a clear reply
Expect a response within one to two business days with a question, estimate, or simple recommendation.
Shipping or drop-off is coordinated
If mail-in service is best, shipping instructions are sent after the request is reviewed.
Your originals come back
Tapes, film, photos, slides, negatives, and audio recordings are returned after the project is complete.
Photo identification welcome
Ready to protect what is in the box?
Send a rough count, a quick photo, or a simple question. The first step can be small, clear, and no-pressure.