What you need to know if you have digital records or materials you would like to donate or transfer to the Archives. This section includes guidance for looking after digital materials in the meantime. If you are a member of the University community or an affiliate or partner of the University and would like to enquire about transferring University-related records to the Archives, please see the Edinburgh University Archives web page: https://library.ed.ac.uk/heritage-collections/collections-and-search/archives/edinburgh-university-archivesPlease note that the Archives will prioritise the intake of materials that have been managed in a system with some records management applied, including retention scheduling. For more information about records management guidance see https://data-protection.ed.ac.uk/records-management If you would like to enquire about transferring or donating archives to the Edinburgh University Archives not directly created by the University or affiliate partner, please contact HeritageCollections@ed.ac.uk. Guidance for internal transfers Before transfering records to the University Archives please consult these helpful hints and tips to help you look after the files, and to prepare them for transfer. Guidance for external donors Before donating your archive consult these helpful hints and tips to look after your collection, and to prepare it for transfer to the archive. This article was published on 2024-08-21
