"Digital Preservation" (concept)

Digital preservation is the practice of safeguarding digital content—such as documents, images, videos, and websites—so they remain accessible and usable over time. Because digital formats, storage media, and technology evolve, there's a risk that valuable digital information could become unreadable or lost. Digital preservation involves strategies like regularly updating file formats, creating multiple copies, and maintaining proper metadata to ensure long-term accessibility. It is essential for keeping historical records, research data, and cultural artifacts available for future generations, much like physical archives preserve physical documents or artifacts.