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Permafrost-cooled, carbon-neutral data storage centre for all the history that has and will shape our world.

In the digital age, the preservation of data is paramount. As we generate and rely on vast amounts of information, safeguarding it for future generations becomes not just a responsibility but a necessity.

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AWA: A Trusted Name

For years, Arctic World Archive has been synonymous with secure and reliable data preservation. Our commitment to preserving humanity's digital heritage is unwavering. Located deep within the Arctic permafrost, our facility provides an unparalleled level of protection against the ravages of time, natural disasters, and data breaches.

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Innovative Data Preservation Technology

One of our key advantages is our strategic location within the Arctic Circle. The constant sub-zero temperatures and permafrost act as natural data refrigeration, ensuring that your information remains intact for centuries to come. This natural preservation method is a game-changer in the field of data archiving.

Our underground world archive for valuable data use the latest nano technologies to convert photo-sensitive 35mm film into an immutable digital preservation medium for the future. This film, the piqlFilm, is protected by the unique piqlBox which enables secure storage of the data. This makes it possible for the piqlFilm, with your data, to survive the next 2000 years.

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Tailored Preservation Solutions

We understand that each client's data preservation needs are unique. That's why we offer customized data preservation plans tailored to your specific requirements. Whether you need to archive scientific research, historical records, artefacts, or corporate data, we have a solution for you.

Institution

Store your irreplaceable digital assets so that they can reach the future. Books in libraries are prone to fire, but not when stored in the Arctic World Archive on film.

Business

Store your corporate history, data, docuements and memories well protected so the future can remember you.

Individual

Make sure your valuable data, pictures, digital or physical art, books, or movies outlive yourself.

As technology evolves, migrating data from older formats to newer ones can be a challenge. Our team of experts specializes in data migration, ensuring that your valuable information remains accessible as technology advances.

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then €19/ Month after trial

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250 GB in active repository included*
File formats: PDF, JPG, WAV, TIFF, MP4
Access to AWA Portal
Support for multiple languages
Basic metadata support ¹
Shared piqlFilm
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Cost-Effective Long-Term Storage

Free access for 30 days Preserving your data shouldn't break the bank. We believe in providing affordable data preservation solutions without compromising on quality. Our transparent pricing ensures that you know exactly what you're getting for your investment.

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« The Arctic World Archive is not only secure, but also holding a collection of highly important information and cultural heritage. What better place to store what we view as the world’s most important document than here?

Camilla Viken

Executive Director, UNICEF Norway

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In a remote corner of Svalbard, amidst the icy silence of the Arctic, lies a modern marvel that safeguards the treasures of our digital world. The Arctic World Archive (AWA), nestled deep within the permafrost, is the guardian of priceless data and a testament to human achievement.