Terms & Conditions

Last updated: January 2026

By accessing this website or purchasing services from Archive Lane, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. These terms apply to all services provided by Archive Lane unless otherwise stated in writing.

1. Services Provided

Archive Lane provides digitization, organization, preservation, research, creative, and related professional services, including but not limited to photo and video digitization, document digitization, genealogy research, custom book projects, digital slideshows, secure document disposal, and certified notary services.

Services may be offered as standalone projects or as add-ons to other services, as specified on individual service pages.

2. Orders, Projects, and Intake Process

All orders placed through the website initiate a project within Archive Lane’s system.
Additional details, questions, and intake requirements may be collected after purchase through the client’s project workspace or direct communication.

Not all services require material shipment or drop-off. Service-specific instructions will be provided following order placement.

3. Pricing, Estimates, and Payment

  • Pricing displayed on the website reflects minimum project requirements, flat-rate services, or starting prices, as applicable.

  • Some services require review, intake, or assessment before final pricing can be confirmed.

  • Any additional costs beyond the initial purchase will be presented as a formal estimate for client approval before work proceeds.

  • Final invoicing occurs after services are completed, unless otherwise stated.

Payment is required in accordance with the terms presented at checkout or in approved estimates.

4. Turnaround Times

Estimated turnaround times are provided for planning purposes only and may vary based on:

  • Project scope and volume

  • Condition of materials

  • Client responsiveness

  • Third-party production or shipping timelines

Archive Lane will communicate any material changes to expected timelines through the project workspace or email.

5. Client Materials & Responsibility

Clients are responsible for ensuring that:

  • Submitted materials belong to them or they have permission to use them

  • Materials are accurately represented and properly prepared as instructed

  • Original materials are packed and shipped securely when mailing is required

While every reasonable care is taken, Archive Lane is not responsible for pre-existing damage or deterioration inherent to original materials.

6. Revisions & Deliverables

Unless otherwise specified:

  • Services include a limited number of revisions as outlined on the service page

  • Deliverables are provided in the format described at the time of purchase

  • Projects are completed once final deliverables are approved or delivered

Requests outside the original scope may require a new estimate.

7. Notary Services

Notary services are provided in accordance with Pennsylvania law.

  • Archive Lane does not provide legal advice or document preparation

  • Documents must be complete and unsigned at the time of notarization

  • Valid identification is required

Availability, fees, and scheduling policies are outlined on the Notary Services page.

8. Secure Disposal & Shredding

Secure disposal services are optional and never assumed.
When requested, disposal is performed responsibly following service completion, unless otherwise instructed.

9. Cancellations & No-Shows

Cancellation and no-show policies vary by service and appointment type.
Applicable policies will be disclosed at booking or in service-specific confirmations.

10. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise agreed:

  • Clients retain ownership of their original materials

  • Archive Lane retains ownership of proprietary workflows, templates, and internal processes

  • Final deliverables are for personal or organizational use as agreed at purchase

11. Limitation of Liability

Archive Lane’s liability is limited to the amount paid for the service in question.
Archive Lane is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

12. Changes to These Terms

Archive Lane reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time.
Changes will be posted on this page and take effect upon publication.

13. Contact

Questions regarding these Terms & Conditions may be directed to:

Archive Lane
info@archivelanedocs.com