Media and Memory Card Data Recovery Services in London
Have you lost valuable photos, videos, or files from your camera, phone, or media device? At Data Recovery London Lab, we provide expert media and memory card recovery services for individuals, businesses, law firms, and creative professionals. From corrupted SD cards and formatted CF cards to physically damaged microSDs, our engineers use advanced forensic tools and cleanroom techniques to recover files safely and securely. With over 20 years of experience, GDPR compliance, and our No Data, No Fee guarantee, we are one of London’s most trusted data recovery labs.
Why choose our media and memory card recovery service?
- Specialists in SD, microSD, miniSD, CF, CFast, XQD, P2 and more
- Support for cameras, smartphones, drones, camcorders, and GPS devices
- No Data, No Fee – only pay when recovery is successful
- Free diagnostic assessment and transparent quotation
- Recovery of RAW images, HD/4K videos, documents, and audio files
- Trusted by photographers, production companies, law firms, and private clients
- Secure London-based labs with strict confidentiality and GDPR compliance
Common causes of media and memory card failure
- Accidental deletion: photos or files removed without backup
- Formatting errors: card reformatted in camera or PC
- File system corruption: unreadable or empty cards
- Physical damage: bent, cracked, or water-damaged cards
- Bad sectors: parts of flash memory failing or inaccessible
- Power loss: shutdown during file transfer or recording
- Malware infection: files hidden, deleted, or encrypted
Types of cards & devices we support
- SD, microSD, miniSD, SDHC, SDXC cards
- CompactFlash (CF) and CFast cards
- XQD, XQD Express, and P2 cards
- Smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras
- Action cameras, drones, camcorders, and dashcams
- Media storage devices such as portable recorders
Failure types, symptoms & recovery outlook
Below is an overview of common card failures, symptoms, and recovery outlook:
| Failure Type | Symptoms | What You Should Do | Recovery Outlook* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accidental deletion | Files missing, storage space unchanged | Stop using the card immediately | High if no overwriting occurs |
| Formatted card | Shows empty storage | Do not save new data | Good if addressed promptly |
| File system corruption | “Card not recognised” errors | Avoid DIY repair, seek pro help | Moderate to high |
| Physical damage | Card bent, cracked, or water-damaged | Do not attempt home repair | Variable, chip-off may succeed |
| Corrupted files | Photos/videos won’t open | Keep originals, avoid overwriting | Good with specialist software |
*Recovery outlook depends on card type, condition, and extent of damage.
Our media and memory card recovery process
- Free diagnostic: We assess the card and identify the problem.
- Quotation: You receive a no-obligation recovery estimate.
- Logical recovery: Deleted/ formatted files rebuilt with forensic tools.
- Chip-off recovery: NAND chips removed & imaged in case of physical damage.
- Verification: All recovered files tested for integrity.
- Secure delivery: Files returned on new USB or drive with encryption if required.
Who benefits from our services?
We work with a wide range of clients:
- Photographers: recovering RAW shoots and wedding/event portfolios
- Videographers: restoring HD/4K video recordings from cameras and drones
- Law firms: recovering evidence from CCTV, body cams, and media cards
- Corporate clients: restoring lost presentations, training videos, and reports
- Private individuals: recovering family memories, travel videos, and personal projects
Best practices after card failure
- Stop using the card immediately to avoid overwriting files.
- Do not attempt DIY recovery tools, which may cause further corruption.
- If water-damaged, keep the card dry and bring it for recovery quickly.
- Contact professional recovery services as soon as possible.
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Pricing & guarantee
- Free diagnostic and no-obligation quotation
- No Data, No Fee – pay only upon successful recovery
- Flexible turnaround: standard, priority, emergency services
- All pricing transparent and VAT-inclusive
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can you recover files from a corrupted memory card?
Yes. We can often repair file structures and restore access to photos, videos, and documents.
Do you support RAW and video formats?
Yes. We recover CR2, NEF, ARW, ORF, RAF, plus MOV, MP4, MXF, AVI, and more.
How long does memory card recovery take?
Most cases take 2–4 working days. Physical damage cases may take longer, but urgent recovery is available.
Can you recover data from water-damaged cards?
Yes. With chip-off recovery, we can often recover files from cards damaged by water or impact.
Is my data confidential?
Absolutely. All recoveries follow GDPR compliance with strict confidentiality protocols.
Contact us today
For a free consultation and diagnostic, contact our London team:
- Phone: 020 7516 1077
- Email: info@datarecovery.london
- Address: Euro House, 133 Ballards Lane, London, N3 1LJ
We provide expert media and memory card recovery services across London, trusted by photographers, businesses, and law firms.