Okay, so while VHS tapes won't last forever — what can you do to make sure that they're kept pristine as long as possible? Well, the first thing that you need to keep in mind is — the tapes should be kept in their original packaging. In other words: you should keep them in the plastic cases in which you've found them.

What should I do with old VHS tapes?

Yes, VHS tapes are recyclable. You can recycle them with specialist VHS tape recycling services like GreenCitizen, though there will normally be a fee. You could also choose to send them to a waste-to-energy incineration recycling plant where they will be burned to produce green energy.

Should I throw away video tapes?

As people become more eco-conscious and serious about disposing of their things in an environmentally friendly manner, you might be wondering what to do with your old VHS tapes. ... So, if you can't give them away or sell them, can VHS tapes be recycled? In short, no, they can't.