Archiving

The digital documents of the Swiss Confederation held in the Federal Archives are drawn primarily from records and process management systems and databases. The Federal Archives ensure their authenticity, integrity and long-term usability, so that the actions of government remain transparent in the digital age.

The majority of the archive records in the Federal Archives are analogue, for example on paper. The conditions under which they are stored are clearly defined. The proportion of digital documents is growing rapidly.

The Swiss Federal Archives offer tools and aids to assist you with digital archiving.