USB & Memory Card Recovery
Flash media is inexpensive but the data on it often isn't. AS recovers from readable and unreadable cards and USB drives, including monolithic devices where feasible.
When you need this
- Card or USB drive not recognised or shows 0 bytes
- Photos or video deleted or card formatted in camera
- Corrupted card after removal during write
- Physically damaged connector or PCB
- RAW file system reported
What we do
Logical recovery
Deleted and formatted files, including camera RAW and video containers, are recovered from an image of the media.
Controller and NAND assessment
For unreadable devices we assess whether controller-bypass recovery is feasible for the specific device type.
Video and photo validation
Recovered media files are checked for playability, not just presence.
How it works
- Step 1
Consultation and scope
We establish what failed, what has been tried, and which data matters most. This shapes a targeted plan rather than a generic one.
- Step 2
Secure imaging and diagnosis
Where possible the source media is imaged before any work, so the original is never altered. Diagnosis then determines the safest recovery method.
- Step 3
Recovery
Data is extracted from the image or source using methods matched to the failure — logical, structural or hardware-level as required.
- Step 4
Verification
Recovered data is checked for integrity and completeness, and a file list is shared so you can confirm what matters is there.
- Step 5
Secure delivery
Verified data is returned through an agreed secure method, with guidance on validation before it goes back into production.
What affects the outcome
Outcomes are never guaranteed. Every case is assessed on its own condition, and we tell you what is realistic before you commit.
- Physical condition of the media and the extent of any damage
- Whether the media has been written to, reformatted or re-initialised since the failure
- Encryption, corruption or partial overwriting of the data
- Availability of source data such as images, backups, logs or transaction records
- Attempts made before assessment (rebuilds, repair tools, repeated reboots)
AS Data Recovery
For deleted or formatted files on a readable card, the software is often the fastest route.
Frequently asked questions
Can you recover from a monolithic microSD card?
In some cases. It depends on the specific chip and whether its pinout is documented. We assess feasibility first.
I formatted the card in my camera. Is the data gone?
Usually not, provided nothing new was recorded afterwards. Stop using the card and recover from it as soon as possible.
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Not sure what you're dealing with?
Describe the situation and we'll tell you what's realistic.