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Your Memories, Preserved Locally

Trusted digitization for photos, films, tapes, and more, right here in Chicago by families and businesses.

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Your Memories, Preserved Locally

We digitize your tapes, photos, films, discs & more - right here in Chicago!
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4001 N Ravenswood Ave. 60613
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Monday to Thursday: 10am to 6pm
Friday: 10am to 3pm
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Call now for a free quote: 773-934-0982

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Trusted by Chicago Families and Organizations

Visit us in person, schedule a pickup, or use our prepaid UPS shipping label. Whichever method you choose, we’ll handle your memories with care and keep you updated throughout the entire process. Affordable, Local, Secure.

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Scan5 Services

5 Formats, One Mission:
Preserve your memories forever in high quality digital files.

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Photos

Prints, Slides, Negatives, Albums and more..

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Tapes

VHS, Hi8, Mini DV, U-Matic, Betacam and more..

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Film Reels

8mm, 16mm, Sound Transfer and more..

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Audio

Cassettes, Microcassettes, Reels, DAT and more..

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Discs

DVDs, Mini DVDs, Data CDs, Music CDs and more..

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The Only Local Company with Lasergraphics™ Technology

We use the same Lasergraphics motion picture film scanning system trusted by studios like Warner Bros, NBCUniversal, and NFL Films.

As the only company in Illinois offering Lasergraphics scanning, we ensure your films are digitized with unparalleled clarity and precision.

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Hollywood-Grade Technology

The same state-of-the-art Lasergraphics scanner used by Hollywood studios for their archival projects is the very tool we use to digitize your films. This ensures you receive studio-level quality for your most cherished memories.

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Frame-by-Frame Precision

Our Lasergraphics scanner captures each frame of your film individually, preserving every moment with exact precision. This method ensures that no detail is lost in the digitizing process.

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High-Resolution Scanning

Capable of scanning at resolutions up to 5K, the Lasergraphics scanner produces stunning, high-quality digital files. Whether it's an 8mm home movie or a 16mm commercial reel, your memories will be preserved with industry-leading sharpness and color fidelity.

Safe for Fragile Films

Many older films will be damaged if run through a traditional projector. Our Lasergraphics scanner is specifically designed to handle fragile films, ensuring they are digitized safely without further degradation or damage.

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Superior to Competitors

Not all film transfers are equal. Most of our competitors are using lower quality equipment but still charging high prices. Scan5 offers the absolute best quality transfers at a very competitive rate.

How Our Process Works

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Choose Your Service

Use our quick price calculator to get an idea of cost. If you'd like to proceed, you can get started here. An itemized quote will be emailed to you after we receive and inspect your materials. There is no obligation.

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Drop-off at our Location, Schedule a Pickup, or UPS Shipping

Choose the most convenient way to provide us with your items: Drop-off, Pickup, or UPS shipping.

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Stay Informed with Updates

Receive regular updates throughout the entire process to stay informed at every stage.

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Enjoy your Digitized Memories

When your project is complete, access and enjoy your memories with free cloud download. Our customized USB thumb drives are also available.

We Price Match

Our Best Price Guarantee

If you find a lower advertised price for an identical service from a Chicago area company, we will match it*—and include a large capacity USB drive at no extra cost.
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Years of Experience and Thousands of  Customers

Our team brings years of experience and has served thousands of customers. Scan5 was created with a mission to preserve memories for generations. Our founder’s passion for digital archiving drives everything we do.

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Years of Experience and Thousands of Customers

Our founder has managed digitizing projects for the University of Chicago, DePaul, Northwestern, Ace Hardware, Wilson Sporting Goods, and MARS, plus thousands of individuals and families.

From smaller collections to major archives, we have you covered.

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Share and Access Anywhere, Anytime

Secure Cloud Storage & Sharing

Your digital files will be safe with secure cloud storage. Access your memories anytime from your phone, tablet, computer or smart TV. Share with family and friends with just one click.

View photos, stream HD video, and access from any device

Always backed-up to access and share with family

Security & compliance built for peace of mind

Free 30-day cloud storage with all projects.

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Deals & Discounts

Save 10% On Your First Project!

Mention SAVE10 in the description of your project and save 10%.
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*$100 maximum discount. New customers only. Does not apply when price matching.

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It’s time to safeguard your memories and make them easy to view or share. We’re here to help you preserve your past — affordably, securely, and locally.

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