Choose the level of story you want to preserve.

From a single guided session to a multi-part family archive, each tier includes structured recording, a private Echo space, and hosting up front.

Gift Tier

$99

A focused, approachable way to capture a meaningful snapshot of someone's story in a single sitting.

Best for first-timers or the "we should record this while we can" weekend you do not want to miss.

12 months of included access, then optional renewal

You get:

  • 25–40 guided questions in one 60–90 minute session
  • Gentle, AI-guided interview flow tuned for first-timers
  • Foundational text Echo you can revisit for everyday questions
  • Original recording and transcript access
  • Private hosting with a family link you control

Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or a calm weekend session when you want to leave with something real you can share quickly.

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Legacy Tier

$750

$499 Founder Special

A deeper project for families who want a fuller record of stories, values, and turning points.

Great for siblings coordinating across time zones or anyone planning multi-part conversations without rushing the process.

18 months of included access, then optional renewal

You get:

  • 120–200 curated questions across multiple sessions
  • Deep interview sequence and fuller text Echo modeling
  • Original audio and transcript archive
  • Optional synthetic voice integration only with explicit consent when available
  • Private hosting and access for your family
  • Family sharing with guidance on who to invite when

Best for families planning a dedicated legacy project or recording a loved one's story ahead of a big transition.

Heirloom Tier

$5000

A white-glove, multi-session experience designed to become part of your family's long-term archive.

For generational preservation with concierge handling and long-term stewardship.

20-year hosting included

You get:

  • 250–400 questions across multiple planned sessions
  • White-glove interview planning and scheduling
  • Concierge-level editing and polishing
  • Hosting for the Echo, recordings, transcripts, and archive outputs
  • Archive-friendly outputs you can pass down alongside letters and photos

For the once-in-a-generation story you want preserved with extra care, structure, and long-term access.

Heirloom includes 20-year hosting. If EchoVault ever exits, families retain access to their materials and downloads remain available.

Not sure where to start?

Tell us who you're recording for, your timing, and how deep you want to go. We'll help you choose the right tier.

How we handle your stories

EchoVault is for families, not ad targeting or engagement games. We treat every recording as part of a private family archive, not as content to be repurposed.

In plain language

Your recordings are meant for you and the people you invite. We do not sell family story data, use it for ads, or put it in public demos without explicit permission. If you want to stop, we will explain what can be deleted, what can be exported, and what has already been shared with your family.

If you speak more in specs

We use encrypted transport, private account access, least-privilege operational access, and export/deletion workflows for family materials. Raw recordings and transcripts are not used to train public AI models. Human review is limited to setup, support, restoration, and quality work tied to your project.

If you have stricter requirements, such as retention windows, export formats, or access limits, ask before you start. We'd rather be precise than vague. Read our Trust & Safety overview.

Compare tiers at a glance

Three distinct paths to preserve what matters. Scan the differences and choose the level of depth, support, and hosting that fits your family.

Gift

Best for

First-time storytellers, simple gifts

Time commitment

1 session, ~60–90 minutes

Hosting

12 months included access

Support

Email guidance and templates

Legacy

Best for

Families coordinating a full legacy project

Time commitment

Several sessions over a few weeks

Hosting

18 months included access

Support

Light concierge support for setup

Heirloom

Best for

Multi-generational archives and white-glove support

Time commitment

Multiple sessions with planning and review

Hosting

20 years included

Support

Dedicated concierge and planning help

Not sure which path to choose?

A few common starting points we see from families. Pick the one that sounds closest and we'll help you tune the details.

If you have a gathering coming up

You have a birthday, holiday, or weekend together in the next 3–6 weeks and want to leave with something real you can share.

Start with: Gift Tier.

If you're planning a deeper project

You're thinking about legacy this year: multiple conversations, more than one storyteller, or a fuller record of turning points and values.

Start with: Legacy Tier.

If you're creating a family heirloom

You want a white-glove, multi-session experience that can sit alongside photo albums, letters, and keepsakes as part of a long-term archive.

Start with: Heirloom Tier.

Questions about commitments and logistics

What if we need to reschedule?

Life happens. If someone gets sick, travel shifts, or the timing feels off, we'll work with you to move sessions where we can. The goal is a calm, present conversation, not forcing it to fit a calendar box.

What if they're nervous about technology?

That's common. We keep the interface simple, test microphones ahead of time, and move at their pace. You can be in the room, join remotely, or let them record on their own schedule. We never pressure someone who's uncomfortable.

What if we change our minds?

You stay in control. If EchoVault doesn't feel right, talk to us. We can stop further sessions, and we'll explain in plain language what we can remove or delete and what's already been shared with your family.

Do we have to decide the tier alone?

No. Tell us who you're recording for, what the timing looks like, and how deep you want to go. We'll recommend a starting tier and adjust with you. There's no penalty for starting smaller and expanding if it makes sense.

More ways we help families

If you’re organizing a bigger family archive, these pages explain our archive service and photo care options in plain language.

Archive service plans

Add private archive capacity, organization support, and export guidance for photos, audio, transcripts, and family files.

View archive plans

Photo care

Free everyday corrections, plus optional credit packs for deeper restorations when an image needs more help.

View photo care

Ready to begin?

Plan your EchoVault project or reach out with any question. A real person will help.