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Find any file on LTO tape
in under 30 seconds.

TapeVault is the only LTO tape archive manager built for Windows. Browse thumbnails, search metadata, and retrieve files — without manually checking every tape.

Windows & macOS LTO-4 to LTO-9 Broadcast · Medical · Defense · Education
TapeVault v1.0.0 — LTO Archive Manager
TapeVault application screenshot
▲ Actual TapeVault v1.0.0 — no mockup
▶ DEMO — TapeVault full walkthrough
TapeVault demo video
30sec
File search across all tapes
3sec
Auto thumbnail generation
LTO4-9
Auto drive detection
100%
Offline after activation
The Problem
Sound familiar?

Every LTO tape user faces the same frustrations. TapeVault solves all three.

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Hours wasted finding files
You know the file is on one of 20 tapes. But which one? Manual label checking takes 2+ hours every time.
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Archive lost when staff leaves
When the person who organized the tapes leaves, the archive becomes a mystery. No index, no metadata, no thumbnails.
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Full recall just to preview
Without thumbnails, you must recall the entire file to check if it's the right one. Wastes tape drive time and staff hours.
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Search in 30 seconds
Type the filename, date, or metadata. TapeVault searches all tapes instantly and shows exactly where the file is.
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Permanent metadata database
Every file is indexed with metadata, checksum, and location. Staff changes never affect your archive organization.
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Thumbnails without recall
TapeVault auto-generates thumbnails for every video file. Browse visually and confirm before recalling from tape.
Real Software. Real UI.
See exactly what you get

These are actual screenshots from TapeVault v1.0.0 — no mockups, no illustrations.

STEP 01
All your files,
visible at a glance
Open any project folder and see every file as a thumbnail — videos, PDFs, images, ZIP files — all organized exactly as you archived them. Switch between grid view and list view instantly.
  • Thumbnail grid view for visual browsing
  • List view with filename, size, date, and status
  • Color-coded tape status badges (archived / queued)
  • Filter by file type, date, or tape
💡 Green badge = already on tape. Blue = waiting in queue. You always know the status of every file.
TapeVault grid view
▲ Grid view — actual TapeVault v1.0.0 screenshot
STEP 02
Click any file.
See everything about it.
Select any file and the right panel instantly shows the video thumbnail preview, file type, resolution, size, tape location, checksum, and your custom metadata notes. No waiting. No recalling.
  • Auto-generated video thumbnail preview
  • Full file metadata: codec, resolution, date, size
  • Exact tape path and tape name shown
  • Custom notes: cameraman, location, owner
💡 Know exactly what's on the tape before you eject it and insert a new one. Zero guesswork.
TapeVault file detail panel
▲ File detail panel — actual TapeVault v1.0.0 screenshot
STEP 03
List view for
power users
Switch to list view to see all files in a sortable table. Sort by name, size, date, or archive status. Instantly identify which files are on tape and which are still queued.
  • Sort by any column — name, size, date, status
  • VT TEST badge = confirmed on tape
  • One-click select multiple files
  • Batch add to tape write queue
💡 Select 50 files, add to queue, and start writing — in under 30 seconds.
TapeVault list view
▲ List view — actual TapeVault v1.0.0 screenshot
STEP 04
Play video directly
from tape. Instantly.
Double-click any video file to open the built-in player. Watch the content directly — no need to copy the file first, no external player needed. Works with MP4, MOV, MXF, AVI and more.
  • Built-in video player — no external software
  • Supports MP4, MOV, MXF, AVI, H.264, H.265
  • Confirm the right file before recalling to storage
  • 26-minute files play smoothly from tape
💡 Stop wasting time recalling wrong files. Preview first, recall only what you need.
TapeVault built-in video player
▲ Built-in video player — actual TapeVault v1.0.0 screenshot
STEP 05
New tape registered
in 3 clicks
Insert a new tape, click New Tape, enter a volume label and serial number, select your LTO generation, and click Format. TapeVault formats it as LTFS and registers it in your database. Done.
  • LTFS format — cross-platform compatible
  • LTO-4 through LTO-9 supported
  • Volume label auto-recognized on future inserts
  • Tape serial number linked to physical label
💡 New tape registered and ready to archive in under 60 seconds.
TapeVault new tape registration
▲ New tape registration — actual TapeVault v1.0.0 screenshot
The Difference
Before vs. After TapeVault
❌ Without TapeVault
  • Check tape labels manually — avg. 2 hours per search
  • No file index — must check every tape one by one
  • No thumbnails — full recall required just to preview
  • Archive becomes unusable when key staff leaves
  • Tape capacity tracked manually in spreadsheets
  • No checksum — never know if files are corrupted
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✅ With TapeVault
  • Search by filename → location found in 30 sec
  • Full library indexed — any file found instantly
  • Thumbnails generated automatically — preview before recall
  • Metadata database survives any staff change
  • Tape capacity tracked and predicted automatically
  • Auto checksum on every write — data integrity guaranteed
Features
Everything in one app

No plugins. No separate tools. No cloud required.

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LTO Drive Control
Direct hardware control for LTO-4 through LTO-9. Read, write, verify, eject — all from one interface.
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Auto Thumbnail Generation
FFmpeg-powered thumbnails for every video file. Browse your archive visually without recalling from tape.
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Full-Text Search
Search across all tapes by filename, date, resolution, or custom metadata. Results in under a second.
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Project Management
Organize by project, year, department, or client. Hierarchical folder structure mirrors your real workflow.
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Built-in Video Player
Preview any video file directly in TapeVault. MP4, MOV, MXF, AVI — no external player needed.
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Tape Usage Analytics
Real-time capacity tracking across all tapes. Know exactly when to order new tapes before you run out.
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Air-Gapped Operation
Fully offline after activation. No cloud connection required. Built for secure broadcast and defense environments.
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Checksum Verification
MD5/SHA256 checksum on every write. Automatically verify data integrity after each archive operation.
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Multi-Language UI
Full English, Korean, and Japanese support. Built for global broadcast and media organizations.
Download
Try TapeVault free for 3 months in Beta

No credit card. No commitment. Full features from day one — plus 50% off when you upgrade.

● Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) ● LTO-4 through LTO-9 ● ~90 MB installer

v1.0.0 · June 2026 · Requires Windows 10 64-bit or later

or

v0.1.0 Beta · Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) only · ~158 MB

Pricing
Simple pricing. No surprises.

Start free for 30 days. Upgrade when ready. Cancel anytime — no auto-renewal.

STARTER
$20 / month
For single LTO drive setups — broadcast studios, small archives, individual operators.
1 LTO drive (LTO-4 to LTO-9)
Unlimited tapes
Auto thumbnail generation
Full-text search
Built-in video player
Email support
Most popular
AUTOLOADER
$40 / month
For tape autoloader / library setups — TV stations, hospitals, government archives.
LTO Autoloader / Library support
Up to 4 LTO drives simultaneously
Automated tape slot management
Batch archive & restore jobs
Advanced search & filters
Priority support
ENTERPRISE
Custom
For large institutions with multi-library setups, custom deployment, and SLA requirements.
Multiple tape libraries
On-site deployment & setup
Custom integration support
Dedicated SLA
Staff training included

Every plan includes a 30-day free trial with full features. No credit card required.

No automatic renewal Cancel anytime Your data always yours Offline after activation Billing via Paddle · VAT included
FAQ
Questions before buying?
Does TapeVault work without an internet connection?+
Yes. TapeVault is fully offline after the initial license activation. No ongoing internet connection is required. This makes it ideal for air-gapped environments in broadcast, defense, and medical sectors.
What happens to my data when my subscription expires?+
Your archived data on tape is always yours — it's stored in standard LTFS format, which is readable by any LTFS-compatible software. TapeVault's database and project index remain accessible in read-only mode after expiry.
Is there automatic renewal?+
No. There is no automatic renewal. TapeVault does not store credit card details. You will receive a reminder before expiry and can choose to renew manually.
Which LTO generations are supported?+
TapeVault supports LTO-4 through LTO-9 drives. LTO-10 support is planned for v1.1. Both single drives and autoloaders (AUTOLOADER plan) are supported.
What is the difference between Starter and AutoLoader?+
Starter is designed for a single standalone LTO drive. AutoLoader adds support for tape autoloaders and libraries — automated slot management, multi-drive operation, and batch archive/restore jobs. If you have a tape library (e.g. Quantum, Overland), you need the AutoLoader plan.
Can I install TapeVault on multiple computers?+
Each license covers one computer at a time. You can transfer the license to a different machine as needed — just deactivate on the old machine and activate on the new one. An internet connection is required only during the transfer.

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Windows 10 / 11 · 30-day full-feature trial · LTO-4 to LTO-9