Capture the Past. Celebrate the Present. Gift the Future.

Why You'll Love Using It

From "I should do this" to "I love doing this" — in under 5 minutes. We've made family story capture so easy and enjoyable, you'll actually look forward to it.

5 min
to first story
100 yrs
preservation guarantee
3 clouds
redundant backup
50+
features to explore

"A private space for the people who matter—no algorithms, no strangers, no drama. Just your family, your friends, and the stories you'll treasure forever."

The Transformation

What our users say before and after discovering MyStories FOREVER Vault

Before

  • "I've been meaning to record Mum's stories for years"
  • "Those fill-in-the-blank books just sit on the shelf"
  • "I don't know where to start"
  • "Technology is too complicated for my parents"
  • "I'm worried about losing digital files"

After

  • "I recorded my first story before lunch — and enjoyed it!"
  • "I actually look forward to our recording sessions"
  • "The Memory Archaeology questions guide me naturally"
  • "I control everything — Mum just talks"
  • "Triple-cloud backup gives me peace of mind"
Our Top 10 Differentiators

10 Reasons You'll Love It

Features that genuinely make a difference — not just checkboxes

01

First Story in Under 5 Minutes

"From 'I should do this' to 'I love doing this'"

Zero friction. Just hit record. Optional AI transcription turns audio into searchable text instantly. You'll not only do it — you'll enjoy it.

02

Memory Archaeology Questions

"Questions that reach stories beneath the surface"

Not 'what year were you born' — nearly 1,000 psychology-backed prompts that unlock stories people didn't know they had. Watch the memories come flooding back.

03

Remote Interview Magic

"Record anyone, anywhere, any tech level"

Grandma can't use Zoom? No problem. YOU control everything from your device — they just talk. Perfect for interstate or overseas family.

04

Event Tribute Collection

"One QR code = dozens of stories"

At a wedding, funeral, or birthday — 50+ guests scan and submit stories. More stories in one day than most families capture in a decade. Instant slideshows.

05

Book + Living Vault

"The memoir book you want — plus so much more"

Create beautiful hardcover books when you're ready. But also keep video, audio, and stories that grow forever. No guilt, no pressure.

06

100-Year Permanence

"Outlast any single tech company"

Triple-cloud backup across three continents. Independent trust structure planned. Your memories will outlive Google, Apple, and us.

07

Time-Release Messages

"Be there for moments you might miss"

Record a video for your grandchild's 18th birthday — today. Leave messages for weddings, graduations, or milestones. They unlock exactly when you choose.

08

Family Secrets Vault

"Some stories are for specific eyes only"

End-to-end encryption. We literally cannot read it. Multi-key access control designates who can access what — and when.

09

Friendship Visualisations

"Your social universe, beautifully mapped"

See friends orbiting you like stars in a constellation. Watch friendships flow across life chapters. Discover the hidden patterns in your social world—who connects whom, where the gaps are.

10

The Resilience Gift

"The greatest gift isn't money — it's their story"

Research shows children who know family stories have higher self-esteem and greater resilience. This is your gift to future generations.

Our Passion & Purpose

Building Resilience Across Generations

Research by psychologists Marshall Duke and Robyn Fivush shows that children who know their family stories have higher self-esteem, greater resilience, and better emotional wellbeing.

This isn't just memory preservation. It's giving your children and grandchildren the psychological foundation to face whatever life throws at them.

Complete Feature Catalogue

50+ features across 6 categories — everything you need to capture, preserve, and share your family's stories

Story Capture Tools

Multiple ways to capture stories - choose what works for you

Audio Recording

Simple voice recording with optional AI transcription

Video Recording

Record video stories with built-in editor

Written Stories

Rich text editor for written narratives

Photo Stories

Attach photos with captions and context

Document Upload

Scan and preserve letters, recipes, documents

Remote Recording

You control, they just talk

Tribute Collections

Gather stories from many people with QR codes

Wedding Tributes

Guests share wishes and stories at the celebration

Funeral Memorials

Collect memories while emotions are raw

Birthday Tributes

Milestone birthdays with messages from everyone

Retirement Tributes

Colleagues share career memories and well-wishes

Graduation Tributes

Friends and family celebrate achievements

Instant Slideshows

Auto-generated presentations from submissions

Legacy Planning

Tools for thoughtful end-of-life planning

Time-Release Messages

Messages that unlock on future dates

Will & Estate Info

Store executor contacts and document locations

Funeral Wishes

Record your preferences for your celebration of life

Digital Access Manager

Password vault keys and account access instructions

Vault Continuation Plan

Who takes over? How should it be managed?

Legacy Unlock System

Multi-key security for sensitive content

Family & Connections

Tools to organise, visualise, and nurture your relationships

Interactive Family Tree

Visual tree with stories attached to each person

Friendship Constellation

See friends as orbiting stars around you—watch it evolve over decades

Friendship Circles

Organise friends into meaningful groups: Work, School, Gym, Inner Circle

Journey Map

Visualise friendships flowing across life chapters with break periods

Social Ecosystem

Discover bridge friends who connect your different worlds

Closeness Tracking

Rate friendships 1-5 stars and track how they evolve over time

Pet Memorials

Celebrate your furry, feathered, and scaled family members

Unlimited Contributors

Everyone joins free - one membership covers all

Discovery & Engagement

Features that make capturing stories enjoyable

Memory Archaeology

Nearly 1,000 prompts to unlock hidden stories

Do You Know Prompts

Daily questions to spark family conversations

Story Achievements

Gamification badges for capturing memories

Places Lived Map

Visual journey of everywhere you've called home

Favourites Collection

Books, films, music, food - all the things you love

Visual Timeline

See your life story unfold chronologically

Output & Preservation

What you can do with your captured stories

Printed Books

Beautiful hardcover family story books

Media Library

All photos, videos, and audio in one place

Automatic Slideshows

Beautiful presentations generated from stories

AI Transcription

Turn audio and video into searchable text

AI Story Polish

Enhance and organise transcribed content

100-Year Preservation

Triple-cloud backup across three continents

Australian-Owned

Built in Sydney. Data stored locally. Designed for Australian families.

Bank-Level Security

AES-256 encryption. Triple-cloud infrastructure. Privacy by design.

Free to Get Started

Full access to core features. No credit card required. No hidden fees.

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