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Arkivum

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What it is

Arkivum is a browser-based SaaS archive for organizations that need long-term data retention and digital preservation. It combines safeguarded storage, preservation copies, search, controlled access and migration support to help keep archived material usable. Data is kept in at least two geographic locations, with a third optional, and receives automated integrity checks alongside immutable storage. Hosting is on AWS, with locations aligned to customer data-sovereignty requirements and an optional Azure escrow copy.

Arkivum can create preservation copies for well over one hundred common file formats while retaining original files. Its browser dashboard supports standard and custom metadata search, full-text search for certain formats, file previews and metadata validation. SharePoint and OneDrive connect through Office 365 integration, while an open API supports other integrations. Regulated archive controls include encryption, audit trails, retention rules, legal holds, access controls and optional SSO. Arkivum targets life sciences, scientific research, cultural institutions and corporate archives, and says it typically works with organizations retaining data for at least 10 years. Pricing and package are tailored to each customer.

Spec sheet

Purpose
It combines safeguarding, preservation, search, controlled access and migration support to help keep archived content usable over time.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Product
Arkivum is a browser-based SaaS archive for long-term data retention and digital preservation.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Integrations
Arkivum offers direct Office 365 integration for SharePoint and OneDrive and an open API for other system integrations.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Support
New customers receive training sessions, online user guides and training videos; Arkivum says it provides two major updates per year at no charge to customers.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Headquarters
United KingdomRead 28 Sep 2026 · arkivum.com
Founded
2011Read 28 Sep 2026 · arkivum.com
Hosting
The service is hosted on AWS, with storage locations aligned to customer data-sovereignty requirements and an optional Azure escrow copy.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Intended customers
Arkivum targets organisations with long-term retention needs, including life sciences, scientific research, galleries, libraries, museums and corporate archives.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Notable limitation
Arkivum does not provide digitisation of paper records and documents, though it says partners may provide that service.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Preservation
Arkivum can create and retain preservation copies for well over one hundred common file formats while keeping the original files.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Regulatory controls
Features for regulated archives include encryption, immutable content, audit trails, retention rules, legal holds, access controls and optional SSO.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Safeguarding
Data is stored in at least two geographic locations, with an optional third location, and undergoes automated integrity checks and immutable storage.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Search
The browser dashboard supports standard and custom metadata search, full-text search for certain formats, file previews and metadata validation.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Security and compliance
Arkivum says its quality management system aligns with ISO 9001, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials+ and applicable requirements such as GxP, and that it has been assessed through the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com
Typical retention
Arkivum says it typically works with organisations needing to retain data for at least 10 years, depending on the use case.Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com

Plans and prices

Custom package Priced on request Pricing and package are tailored to each customer’s requirements Read 3 Oct 2026 · arkivum.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Stores data in at least two geographic locations.
  • Retains originals alongside preservation copies.
  • Supports metadata and some full-text search.
  • Includes retention rules, legal holds and audit trails.
  • Office 365 integration and an open API are available.

Limits

  • Pricing and packages are tailored to each customer.
  • Arkivum does not digitize paper records and documents.

Who it suits

Arkivum suits organizations with long-term retention needs, including life sciences, research, galleries, libraries, museums and corporate archives. It is relevant where preservation and regulated archive controls matter.

Verdict

Arkivum is aimed at organizations preserving digital records over long periods, with storage safeguards, search and regulatory controls. Paper digitization is not provided directly, though partners may offer it.

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