Digitise Your VHS & Camcorder Tapes — Professionally, Locally & Safely
We convert VHS, Hi8, MiniDV and more — to USB, DVD, or a private online link. Drop-off in Cork or post from anywhere in Ireland.
We Convert All Popular Tape Formats
Convert VHS Tapes to USB, DVD or Link
We digitise standard VHS tapes from Irish homes — weddings, birthdays, holidays and more. Each tape is cleaned, stabilised, and transferred with care.
Convert Video8 Tapes to USB, DVD or Online Link
We digitise original Video8 camcorder tapes, popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. If you have home movies recorded on 8mm camcorders, we can transfer them to USB, DVD or a private online folder — fully compatible with modern devices. Our service includes: Cleaning and inspecting each tape before playback Stabilising the video and adjusting audio where possible Ideal for Sony, Canon, and JVC camcorder users from the 80s & 90s.We digitise standard VHS tapes from Irish homes — weddings, birthdays, holidays and more. Each tape is cleaned, stabilised, and transferred with care.
Digitise Hi8 Camcorder Tapes – High-Quality 8mm Transfers
Hi8 was a sharper, higher-resolution version of Video8 — common in family camcorders throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. We convert your Hi8 tapes to USB, DVD or online link, making your family holidays, events and old footage easy to relive on modern devices. Our Hi8 service includes: Clear playback on professional Sony Hi8 decks Light colour correction and stabilisation included Output to your preferred format (USB/DVD/link) 🎬 Common with Sony Handycam users in Ireland during the 90s and early 2000s.
Digital8 Camcorder Tapes to USB or DVD
Digital8 looks like a regular Hi8 tape, but it records digital video. Often confused with MiniDV, it was popular with Sony Handycam users in the early 2000s. We safely transfer your Digital8 tapes to USB, DVD, or a secure online folder, fully compatible with TVs, phones, or laptops. Our Digital8 conversion includes: Playback on authentic Sony Digital8 hardware Clear digital capture with audio sync and timecode Files neatly labelled and backed up before return If your camcorder says "Digital8," this is the service you need.
Convert VHS-C Camcorder Tapes to USB, DVD or Digital Link
Description: VHS-C (Compact VHS) tapes were popular in Irish homes during the 1990s, especially in handheld camcorders. Though small, they recorded in standard VHS quality. We digitise VHS-C tapes to USB, DVD or online folder, making your family memories easy to view on any modern device. Our VHS-C conversion includes: Professional adapters (not home deck workarounds) Tape inspection and safe cleaning if needed Output files clearly labelled and structured 📷 Often used for communions, family holidays, and 90s home videos.
Convert MiniDV Tapes to USB, DVD or Digital LinkMiniDV Tapes to USB, DVD or Private Link
MiniDV tapes were widely used in Ireland from the late 1990s into the 2010s — often for weddings, communions, GAA matches, and school plays. At Copycat.ie, we digitise MiniDV tapes to USB, DVD or online folder, using professional camcorder decks to preserve full quality. We support: Irish and UK MiniDV camcorder tapes (PAL) MiniDV from digital cameras and early HD models SD card or hard drive backups from MiniDV camcorders (where supported)
SD Cards & Hard Drives
We recover photos and videos from all SD card types — including SD, miniSD, microSD, and older formats like Memory Stick and CompactFlash. We also transfer files from older hard drives: ZIF camcorder drives IDE / PATA laptop & PC drives SATA hard drives and USBs If your device is gone or won’t switch on, we can still access the data. Everything is backed up to USB or link, organised and secure.
Convert DVDs & CDs to Digital Files
We transfer home-recorded DVDs and CDs to USB or private online link. Whether it’s a wedding DVD, a music CD, or a family slideshow disc, we’ll extract the files safely and organise everything for easy viewing. We handle: DVD+-R/RW, mini DVD's CD-R/RW / and mini CDs. Scratched or unreadable discs (where possible) Perfect for backing up your discs before they degrade or stop working.
Got a Broken or Mouldy Tape? We’ll Do Our Best to Save It
If your old tape is snapped, covered in white mould, or simply won’t play right, don’t worry — we’ve seen it all. At Copycat.ie, we offer a full tape cleaning and repair service to give your VHS, MiniDV or camcorder tapes the best possible chance of recovery. We can fix: 🎞️ Snapped or tangled tapes (cleanly rejoined and wound safely) 📼 White mould on reels (gently cleaned using non-damaging methods) 🔧 Broken or cracked tape shells (replaced with matching cases) ⚙️ Playback glitches (like wobbly picture or fuzzy sound — often caused by dirty tape paths) Every tape is inspected, cleaned if needed, and carefully digitised using stabilisers and pro equipment. No risky shortcuts or cheap capture cards.
Not Sure What’s on Your Tapes? We’ll Check Them for You Safely
Many families in Ireland have unlabelled or forgotten tapes — or formats they’re not familiar with. At Copycat.ie, we offer a free tape inspection service: we’ll carefully check what’s on your video tapes and let you know what format it is, how long it runs, and if it can be transferred. We use professional equipment to examine and test: Unmarked or badly labelled VHS and camcorder tapes Damaged or jammed tapes (we’ll advise before work) Unusual sizes or shapes (e.g. Hi8, VHS-C, MiniDV) Old recordings from schools, weddings, or holidays 🎞️ If you don’t know what’s on your tape — no stress. Drop it in or post it, and we’ll take care of it.
Get Your Memories Back on USB, DVD or Private Link
Once we’ve digitised your tapes, you can choose to receive your memories on: 🟢 USB stick (most popular) Plug directly into your TV, laptop or smart box. Great for easy viewing and sharing. 🟣 Private online folder View and download from anywhere — even share with family abroad. 🟠 DVD copy Works on most DVD players. Perfect for gifts or long-term archiving. We return your original tapes, and we’ll label and organise the digital files clearly. Need more than one format? Just ask — we can provide USB + DVD + Link bundles.
How It Works: Digitising Your Tapes in 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Drop-Off or Post Your Tapes
Pop your tapes into a padded envelope or box and send via An Post tracked delivery, or arrange a local Cork drop-off. We’ll guide you on the best and safest way — no stress.
Step 2: We Digitise Using Professional Equipment
Pop your tapes into a padded envelope or box and send via An Post tracked delivery, or arrange a local Cork drop-off. We’ll guide you on the best and safest way — no stress.
Step 3: You Get USB, DVD or Online Link
Your digitised videos are returned on a tidy USB stick, DVD, or private online link — plus your original tapes, safely packed.
Simple, Fair Pricing for Your VHS & Camcorder Tapes
Clear, fair pricing with no surprises. Choose USB, DVD or online folder — we include everything you need. Local drop-off or post from anywhere in Ireland.
📼 Tapes & Bundles
First Tape (up to 2hrs): €20
10+ Tapes: €18 each – Free USB included
20+ Tapes: €16.50 each
30+ Tapes: €15 each – Best value
📦 Delivery Options & Extras
⏱️ Long Tapes (over 2hrs): +€10/hour
💾 Extra USBs: €15 – Great for gifts
📀 DVD Copies: €5 each – 1hr per disc recommended
🔗 Online Links:
• Free temporary link
• €5 permanent SD / €15 HD (up to 2hrs)
(+€10/hr for longer)
🇺🇸 NTSC Tapes (US format): +€10 each
🛠️ Tape repair or splicing: Included for minor issues
❔ Unsure what’s on your tapes? We preview for free – No surprises.
