flash memory & photo recovery
USB drives, SD cards, flash chips
Photos, archives, documents - if it lived on flash memory, we can bring it back.
why flash memory data isn’t truly gone.
Unlike hard drives, flash memory has no moving parts—but it still fails. Sudden corruption, accidental deletion, or faulty chips can make your files disappear. Our tools safely extract data from failing flash memory without risking further damage.
supported devices & recovery scenarios.
we recover data from:
USB flash drives (all brands and capacities)
SD, microSD, CF, and camera cards
Embedded flash in cameras, drones, recorders
Memory chips inside wearables and smart devices
exFAT, FAT32, NTFS, and custom/proprietary file systems
Devices with physical, logical, or firmware failure
Files deleted or lost due to formatting or file-system damage
typical flash memory issues we resolve.
Cracked connectors or broken ports – Common in USB keys and SD cards
Unreadable or corrupted files – From improper removal or power loss
Deleted or formatted memory – Data loss from user error
Controller/firmware failure – Device isn’t detected by computer
Bad sectors or chip wear – Common after extended use
Unrecognized drives – Device not mounting or showing incorrect size
Encrypted USB drives – Recoverable with correct password/key
signs of a failing flash device.
Files become inaccessible or open as corrupted
Slow transfer speeds or freezing during reads/writes
Drive won’t mount or says “insert disk”
Frequent format errors or crash messages
Inconsistent file visibility (files appear/disappear)
Device shows wrong capacity or becomes read-only
what should you do?
Stop using the flash device - new writes could overwrite deleted data
Don’t reformat or run file system repairs like CHKDSK/Fsck
Avoid bending, forcing, or repeatedly unplugging the device
Store it safely and bring/send it to a professional recovery lab
If encryption was used, gather your password or unlock key before recovery
our 3-step recovery process.
Free Evaluation – We assess the device and provide a fixed-price quote
Bit-Level Imaging – We clone the memory chip to preserve every recoverable sector
File Reconstruction & Verification – We rebuild folder trees and confirm file readability before delivery
how quickly do you need your data back?
Choose the option that fits your timeline:
STANDARD – Recovered during business hours
EXPRESS – Completed in up to 72 hours
24/7 Emergency – Ask about rush options for critical jobs
why choose kotar for flash memory recovery.
No‑Data‑No‑Fee – You only pay if we bring your files back
Professional Tools – Chip-off and controller-level recovery
Free Shipping – Secure pickup included
Clean-Bench Lab – Protects fragile or water-damaged devices
Transparent Pricing – Fixed quote ≈2 hours after receiving your device
ready to get your data back?
or
call (408) 455‑4310 for immediate assistance.