Convert Video to USB to Save Your Memories
Those fantastic plastic video tapes often hold such precious and irreplaceable family memories.
Convert tapes to USB files easily with us to share and cry watching those wonderful moments with your family.
See too our Tapes to Digital page for compact type format options along with Tapes to DVD
Or call us now for some friendly advice
Freephone 0800 690 6160
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About Our Service - The Supaphoto© Way
Thousands of Families Have Trusted Supaphoto
Our customers span from private individuals to institutions and TV production companies
How our Video to USB Conversion Service Works
The best thing you could ever do for your family in three simple steps.
1. Package Up Your Memories
Simply pack your beloved memories and send the video tapes to us. Use either our courier collection and return service or send it to us directly. Ask for your step by step welcome pack now.
2. Lovingly Converted
We love what we do. Our dedicated team will digitise your old video tapes to USB. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
3. Share & Enjoy With Your Family
This is where the magic begins, We’ll return your original media. Once the videos in USB format are ready, you’ll be able to relax and let those memories flood in.
From start to finish, we track your video tapes carefully so you always know their status and when they’ll be ready for return.
What's Included?
You’ll receive everything needed to safeguard your memories.
Yes, where collection is applicable, we’ll organise for an easy to understand pre-paid address label to be sent to you. Could not be more simple. There’s also a section in there for you to add notes.
We know how precious your memories are. It can feel like a big decision. The Supaphoto Welcome Guide explains the process in step by step simple terms. It will also include useful contact details for peace of mind.
We loe what we do. Our dedcated team will digitise every item by hand. We’ve saved millions of memories over 20 years. And don’t worry, you’ll get regular updates along the way.
This is where the magic begins. We’ll return all of your original media. Once preserved, you can access your files via our easy cloud download service, on a memory stick or a lovely DVD. Finally, just relax and let those memories flood in!.
How to Choose the Best Conversion for your Old Videos
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
We take your video tapes and convert your video to DVD. It’s so easy to play it on any DVD player or other disc drive.
Your converted Tapes on a memory stick. Just Plug into your computer (or TV) and play, save or copy them.
Video Tapes converted to Digital and uploaded to the cloud for easy access by you and your family.
What you‘ll get: Your tapes transferred to DVD.
What to order: Just ask for the DVD option to get all your conversions.
Ideal for: Watching on your telly or a computer with disc drive.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
What you’ll Get: Conversions as computer files.
What to Order: Just order a cloud download option. It’s simple.
Ideal For: Quick access and sharing with the family.
How to Choose the Best Conversion for your Old Videos
Choose what you get back. Sit back and soak it in!
Video Tapes converted to Digital and uploaded to the cloud for easy access by you and your family.
What you‘ll get: Conversions as computer files.
What to order: Just order a cloud download option. It’s simple.
Ideal for: Quick access and sharing with the family.
Video Tapes to USB
Your converted Video Tapes on a memory stick. Just Plug into your computer (or TV) and play, save or copy them.
What you’ll get: All of your videos on one or more memory sticks.
What to Order: One USB stick is normally enough or upgrade to a safer SSD version.
Ideal For: Watching on a computer or most TVs (with USB slots).
We take your video tapes and convert your Videos to DVD. It’s so easy to play it on any DVD player or other disc drive.
What you’ll get: Your tapes transferred to DVD.
What to Order: Just ask for the DVD option to get all your conversions.
Ideal For: Watching on your television or a computer with disc drive.
The UK’s Favourite Video to DVD Converter
The video to the left explains how our video-to-USB transfer service works and includes sample transfers so you can see examples of the results created from original recordings. It also gives you a closer look at the process your tapes go through before the finished digital files are supplied on USB.
Every tape is handled in our fully equipped, professional-grade studio. Before playback begins, our technicians carry out a pre-assessment and inspection to check the media and identify any visible issues that could influence the transfer.
Because older recordings can behave differently from one playback machine to another, we do not rely on a single deck. Where appropriate, we test tapes across multiple suitable machines to establish which provides the strongest and most stable picture and sound. Our playback and capture equipment is also carefully maintained to help us achieve the best possible quality available from each source recording.
See also our Prices and FAQs further below.
What you can Expect From Us & Advantages
We are really proud to be an ongoing technical partner to the TV Production Company behind for the BBC’s Repair Shop and have worked on multiple programmes.
See more examples of references below.
Digitised in the UK
Your VHS Tapes are hand digitised right here in the UK for your peace of mind.
Advanced Service
Studio grade equipment and AI software to enhance and even recover mould affected tapes.
Free Blanks
Free tape inspection & no charge for blanks or tapes that begin with TV when requested.
Originals Returned
For peace of mind, we’ll return your VHS tapes.
Security & Updates
We take security very seriously at Supaphoto with updates along the way and tracking.
Professional Studio Grade Technology
We use professional-grade VHS decks and high end capture hardware for faithful, accurate transfers.
Nothing beats reliving old memories but remade for today
We take technical quality seriously at Supaphoto. We deliver great results with our video capture process as you can see from the example frame below an old video from over 25 years ago. This enhancement technology can sharpen film. remove excess harsh noise while recovering true authentic detail, stabilise the film & more.
Now with our REVIVAL AI process and treatment, we can now super charge the quality of your VHS Tape prior to converting to DVD if this appeals.
VHS tapes can deteriorate over time, with picture quality fading, sound weakening, and the tape becoming damaged or difficult to play. Transferring them to DVD helps protect your memories in a more convenient format before the original tape wears out.
For more information, watch our video transfer service and examples video
Before
Pre Treatment
After
Post Treatment
Don’t Just Take our Word For it...
Photo for illustration purposes only.
Sir Richard Attenborough – Just One of Our Proudest Moments
We were so proud to be chosen by the University of Sussex to preserve some of film director Sir Richard Attenborough’s photographs.
Over the years, we’ve also scanned thousands of photo from prestigious photo albums going back to the 1900’s for British politicians to thousands of everyday family photo collections for families throughout the UK.
We were chosen to undertake cine film conversion work for the TV Production Company behind the BBC’s Repair Shop!
Other projects include digitalising Sir Richard Attenborough’s personal collection of images, converting early footage of Virgin Airways promotional films and digitalisation work relating to Windsor Castle, The Mary Rose and the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Our Video Transfer Prices
At Supaphoto we take pleasure in doing things in the right way and growing our business slowly through referrals.
Video Transfer Prices to USB Stick
1 Tape: £34.99
2 – 5 Tapes: £29.99 each
6 Tapes Onwards: £26.99 each
Prices typical tapes include for 2 hour of capture, plenty for most tapes! – If you have videos that exceed 2 hour, costs are limited to just £9.99 extra per hour, per item.
What Do I Want Back? – Choose from one of the following options:
i) Mp4 Digital Files as Download from Supaphoto Cloud for easy viewing & sharing with family £29.99
ii) Mp4 Digital Files on a Master USB Stick £29.99
iii) Conversion to a new DVD in a nice presentation case £29.99
Optional Extras:
– Back-up Version on Master USB Memory Stick: £24.99
– Back-up Version of DVD in Presentation Case: £19.99
– Extra copy of DVD in Presentation Case: £19.99
Free Doorstep Collection & Safe Return & Signed-For Delivery
We’re easy to deal with at Supaphoto. Contact Us Now to receive your free welcome pack. We’ll liaise with you to collect your package free of charge. We safely return items with signed-for delivery for extra peace of mind too.
Want to Order? – How Can I contact You?
Simple! Just Call us on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
More Questions?
See FAQs directly below
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
FAQs
We’ve made life easy for you by compiling the the most commonly asked questions that we’ve been asked over the years in one place!
How can I view my films?
Could not be easier! Either plug a simple USB into your TV and view as a slideshow or watch on PC, laptop, ipad or mobile phone.
Is it easy to share with my family?
It’s so easy. Just forward the link we’ll send you or share your USB memory stick.
Which media output is best?
Digital files are easy to play and share on PCs, laptops, ipads and phones. Start your own home movie editing projects too. A back-up DVD also makes sense.
No Upfront Payment? – When do I pay?
We never charge upfront unlike other companies. Why? Because there’s always a small chance that you may have non-chargeable blank tapes.
Would I be charged for blank tapes?
Don’t worry. We NEVER charge for blank tapes!
How long does it take?
Typically 5-10 working days or less.
Do you offer an advanced service?
Yes. It delivers more vivid colours, better contrast, sharper pictures and image stabilisation. It takes longer but and costs relatively little more.
My video looks very poor in places. Can it still be transferred?
Yes definitely! We’ll always review and advise you first though.
New! AI Cinematic Video Restoration Service
Our new AI REVIVAL restoration system leverages intelligent temporal data to deliver cleaner, more faithful videos. Whether you have tapes, DVDs or video files, we’ll can transform them into beautiful HD even higher resolution videos.
Do you collect / Can we visit your studio?
Yes we collect throughout the whole of the UK! Alternatively, you may visit us too so that we can go through the variables together. Just call or email us in advance to make an appointment at a suitable time please.
Do you send the originals back?
Yes indeed – It’s important that you always keep your originals somewhere safe.
Can You Upscale to HD/4K High Definition?
Yes! Go for that true magical cinematic experience! It also has features such as picture stabilisation, colour correction, frame rate correction and more besides.
Can I view and save them on a Free Online Cloud Gallery?
Yes indeed and you can share them with your family thereafter.
Where can I read reviews about your service?
We always treat tapes as if they were our own. Read our reviews for yourself
Why should I do it?
All videos slowly deteriorate over time. The sooner you do it – the better.
My tape has mould on it. Can you still transfer it?
Yes. We have a dedicated service for such tapes.
I also have a DVD that is scratched and does not play. Can you still help?
Yes. we also have a disc repair and recovery service. Just let us know.
What’s your security like?
Rest assured that we take security of handling very seriously and have an insurance policy to match.
I have a lot of videos – Can I get a bulk discount?
Just contact us to see how we can help. We also offer a buy now pay later option.
I still have questions – How Can I contact You?
Call us for some friendly help on freephone 0800 690 6160 or drop us a line.
What delivery service would you suggest using when I want to post my own material to you?
We would always advise sending by Royal Mail Special Delivery which is by far the safest delivery option in the whole of the UK!
All Prices are Inclusive of VAT
Bulk Discount?
Got a large order? We’ll always do our best to help you. Just give us a call and we’ll see what we can do.!
More Help & Guidance
Converting old video tapes to USB is a practical way to make recordings easier to watch, organise and keep alongside the rest of your digital family archive. If you are unsure which tapes you have, what output to choose or how the ordering process works, the guidance below covers the main decisions before sending your collection to Supaphoto.
Benefits of Choosing a Professional Video to USB Service
A professional transfer service removes the need to find working legacy players, capture hardware, cables and compatible software for every tape format in your collection. This is particularly useful when a box contains several generations of home-video media.
Once transferred, your recordings are stored as digital files on USB, making them considerably easier to access using compatible modern devices. Files can also be copied, organised and backed up without repeatedly playing the original tapes.
If your collection contains several types of cassette, our professional videotape conversion service provides a broader overview of the formats Supaphoto handles. Customers mainly dealing with camcorder recordings may find our camcorder tape digitisation service particularly relevant.
Video archives are often accompanied by photographs. If you are preserving both, our guide to organising photos, slides and albums for digitisation can help you approach the whole family collection systematically.
How to Place an Order
Start by gathering the tapes you would like transferred. Keep cases, handwritten labels, dates and other identifying information with the correct recordings wherever possible. These details can make organising the finished digital files much easier.
You do not need to identify or test every tape yourself. If you no longer have suitable playback equipment, simply group your recordings sensibly and package them securely.
Next, choose USB as your preferred output. Supaphoto then handles the assessment, playback, digitisation and quality-control stages before returning your original tapes and completed digital media.
If you decide that physical USB storage is not essential, our digital video transfer option provides an alternative way to receive modern files. Customers who favour traditional disc playback can instead consider video transfer to DVD.
For questions about ordering, sending recordings or receiving completed work, the Supaphoto frequently asked questions provide additional practical information.
An Easy, No-Fuss Process
You do not need technical knowledge of video standards, playback decks or capture software before sending tapes for transfer.
For most collections, preparation simply means gathering the recordings, retaining useful labels and avoiding unnecessary playback on old equipment. Supaphoto then handles the specialist stages required to turn the footage into accessible digital files.
USB storage can also make a large archive easier to navigate. Instead of searching through individual VHS and camcorder cassettes, your transferred recordings can be kept digitally and organised into a structure that makes sense to you.
It is still worth retaining your original tapes after conversion because they remain the source recordings.
If you are bringing photographs into the same family archive, our guidance on scanning and organising photo collections can help you apply a similarly structured approach across different types of media.
Digital Download or USB – What’s Best?
Both options provide access to digital versions of your original recordings. The main difference is how you want to receive and manage the files.
A USB memory stick gives you a physical storage device containing your videos. It suits customers who prefer receiving something tangible and want to move recordings between compatible computers or televisions.
A digital download suits customers who are comfortable managing files themselves and would rather receive recordings electronically without an additional physical device.
Neither option should ideally become the only copy of irreplaceable footage. Once your recordings have been transferred, keeping another copy on separate suitable storage provides additional protection.
If your collection is predominantly VHS, the dedicated VHS transfer to USB service may help you compare the options for that specific format. For collections containing compact camcorder cassettes, VHS-C transfer to USB provides more format-specific guidance.
Video to USB Pricing Guidance
The cost of converting a video collection can depend on how many tapes you send, how much footage they contain and which additional options you select.
Begin by counting your tapes accurately. If the collection contains different cassette types, group them where possible so you have a clearer picture of the project.
Do not discard an unlabelled recording because you cannot remember what is on it. Supaphoto does not charge for blank or untransferrable items, which can be helpful when working through inherited or poorly labelled collections.
Consider the output you genuinely need as well. One USB may be appropriate for one household, while another family may want additional copies or another storage option. Optional advanced processing can also affect the final order when selected.
Because prices, offers and options can change, use the current pricing displayed on this service page when calculating your order.
For broader planning, our guide to professional digital transfer for older media explains how converting tapes can form part of a wider preservation project.
Understanding Video Tape and USB Formats
“Video tape” covers many different recording systems, while USB describes the storage device used for the finished digital files.
| Format | What It Is | Typical Original Use | USB Compatible After Transfer? |
|---|---|---|---|
| VHS | Full-size analogue cassette | Home videos and television recordings | Yes |
| VHS-C | Compact analogue cassette | Consumer camcorders | Yes |
| S-VHS | Higher-specification analogue cassette | Enhanced video recording | Yes |
| Video8 | Small analogue 8mm cassette | Camcorders | Yes |
| Hi8 | Enhanced analogue 8mm cassette | Camcorders | Yes |
| Digital8 | Digital 8mm-sized cassette | Digital camcorders | Yes |
| MiniDV | Small digital cassette | Digital camcorders | Yes |
| USB | Digital storage device | Stores transferred video files | Finished output |
The original cassette format determines the playback equipment needed for transfer. Once digitised, the resulting files can be stored on USB rather than requiring the original tape player.
Video Learning Zone: Common Questions
What is the best way to convert old videos to USB?
For important recordings, professional transfer avoids the need to find compatible legacy equipment and capture each tape yourself. It also provides a structured process for assessing and transferring different video formats.
Can different tape formats go onto the same USB?
A mixed video collection can be digitised and supplied as modern files on USB. Different original formats still require appropriate playback equipment during conversion.
Is USB better than DVD?
USB is useful when you want file-based storage that can be copied and backed up. DVD may suit people who specifically prefer compatible disc playback. The right choice depends on how you intend to watch your recordings.
What happens to my original tapes?
Your original media is returned after the transfer process. Retaining the source tapes after conversion provides another layer of preservation.
You can find further answers in the additional questions about video to USB conversion section on this page.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Assuming every cassette is VHS. Family collections commonly contain several different video and camcorder formats.
Testing tapes in unsuitable equipment. A cassette should only be used with compatible playback hardware.
Removing original labels. Dates, names and handwritten descriptions can be extremely helpful when organising transferred footage.
Discarding unidentified recordings. An unclear or missing label does not mean a tape is blank.
Using one USB as your only copy. Important recordings are better protected when you create additional backups.
Throwing away the original tapes immediately. Keep the source recordings after transfer wherever practical.
Choosing an output without considering your devices. Check how you intend to watch, store and share your videos before deciding between USB, digital download or DVD.
A well-organised conversion project can turn a box of difficult-to-watch tapes into a far more accessible digital family archive.
More Questions About this Format
A: To convert VHS video to USB, the footage must first be played through a compatible VCR and digitally captured using specialised conversion equipment. Doing this at home requires the right setup and software, which can be tricky and time-consuming. At Supaphoto, we handle this entire process for you using professional video players and converters, transferring your old tapes directly onto a USB stick as high-quality MP4 files ready to watch, edit, or share.
A: You can send your video cassettes directly to Supaphoto by post. We convert all common formats — including VHS, VHS-C, Video8, Hi8, and MiniDV — into digital MP4 files stored on USB sticks. Once complete, we’ll return both your original tapes and your new USBs, carefully labelled and ready for playback on Smart TVs, computers, and most modern devices.
A: Our video-to-USB conversions start from £8.99 per tape, depending on length and quality level. All prices include high-quality digitisation, file organisation, and verification to ensure your memories are perfectly preserved. We also offer discounts for bulk conversions and optional extras like cloud backups or DVD copies.
A: Yes, absolutely. We can convert almost any video cassette — VHS, MiniDV, Video8, Hi8, Digital8, or others — directly to USB. Once transferred, your files are saved in MP4 format, so they’re easy to play, copy, and share across devices without needing a DVD player.
A: Yes — that’s our speciality. Whether you have home videos, wedding footage, or old camcorder recordings, Supaphoto can digitise and transfer them to USB safely and professionally. Each USB includes your videos clearly labelled in folders for easy navigation.
A: Yes, we can. If your videos are stored on a phone, tablet, SD card, or computer, we can transfer them to a USB stick for easy playback and long-term storage. This is perfect if you want to create backups, share videos with family, or keep them safe outside the cloud.
A: USB is more flexible and durable than DVD. You can easily connect a USB stick to Smart TVs, laptops, and tablets, copy files for editing, or share them online. DVDs, by contrast, are better for traditional playback but have limited capacity. Many customers choose both formats for convenience and backup.
A: Yes — we save all your videos as MP4 files, which are compatible with nearly all Smart TVs, computers, and media players. You’ll be able to plug in your USB and start watching straight away.
A: Yes — if you know the timecodes or approximate moments you’d like transferred, just note them on your order form. We’ll capture only those sections and save them as separate clips on your USB.
A: Yes — that’s one of the biggest advantages of choosing USB. Once your files are digitised, you can edit them in popular programs like iMovie, DaVinci Resolve, or Windows Video Editor. You can trim, add music, or create highlight reels easily.
A: We’ve spent over a decade helping families and institutions digitise their cherished video collections. Our process combines professional equipment, personal service, and expert handling — ensuring your videos are safely transferred, beautifully preserved, and easy to watch again.
A: Yes, absolutely. At Supaphoto, we specialise in transferring all types of video tapes — including VHS, MiniDV, Hi8, and Video8 — directly to USB. Using professional playback and capture equipment, our team carefully digitises each tape, ensuring your videos are preserved in high-quality MP4 format. Once complete, you’ll receive your memories on a USB stick that can be played on most Smart TVs, computers, or laptops, as well as your original tapes safely returned.
A: To convert a video cassette to USB, you’d normally need a functioning VCR, a digital capture device, and the right software — but this process can be time-consuming and unreliable if your tapes are old or damaged. At Supaphoto, we make it easy. Simply send us your video cassettes, and our technicians will professionally transfer them to USB, ensuring clear picture and sound quality. We’ll handle everything — from setup and capture to file organisation and labelling — so your videos are ready to enjoy again.
A: The simplest and safest way to convert old videos to USB is to use a professional digitisation service like Supaphoto. We convert VHS, camcorder tapes, and other video formats into digital MP4 files, saving them directly onto a USB stick. This ensures your memories are preserved in high quality and are easy to play, copy, or share. You’ll just need to send us your tapes by post — we’ll take care of the rest and return both your new USB and your originals once the conversion is complete.
A: Yes, we can. Our optional post-processing service includes colour correction, brightness adjustment, and noise reduction to enhance your old recordings, find out more on our video restoration service. While we can’t completely restore severely damaged footage, the results are often much clearer and more vibrant.
