Vault Structure
Understanding digital preservation formats and archival storage solutions for your heritage photographs.
Preservation Format Tiers
Standard Scan
Standard digitization format suitable for most preservation needs. Delivered in widely compatible formats with balanced file size and quality. Ideal for sharing and general archival purposes.
Format: JPEG, PNG
Resolution: 300 DPI
Color Depth: 24-bit
Deep-Data RAW Preservation
Maximum fidelity preservation format capturing all available detail from source material. Uncompressed or lossless compression ensures no data degradation over time. Recommended for irreplaceable historical images.
Format: TIFF, RAW
Resolution: 600+ DPI
Color Depth: 48-bit
Storage Architecture
Format Specifications
File Formats
Multiple output formats available based on your needs. JPEG for web sharing, PNG for transparency preservation, TIFF for professional archival, and RAW for maximum data retention.
Resolution Options
Resolution selection depends on source material size and intended use. Standard scans at 300 DPI, high-resolution at 600 DPI, and ultra-high resolution available for large format originals.
Color Management
Color profiles embedded in all output files ensure consistent display across devices. Support for sRGB, Adobe RGB, and ProPhoto RGB color spaces depending on format selection.
Delivery & Access
Digital Delivery
Completed archives delivered via secure cloud transfer or physical media. Multiple delivery methods available to suit your preferences and storage requirements.
Organization Structure
Archives organized with logical folder structures, descriptive filenames, and accompanying index documents. Chronological or thematic organization available based on your collection.