Abstract: A storage process for electronic messages, the process including the steps of receiving an electronic message over a messages network, generating metadata for the message that verifies content of the message, and archiving the message and the metadata to verify sending and content of the message. The invention also relates to a system for storing electronic messages. The process and system are particularly useful in situations where it is necessary to verify the contents of an electronic message to ensure that it is not altered. One advantage of the invention is that it provides a secure tamper-proof record of electronic messages that is kept secure and cannot be readily destroyed.