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.

  1. Free Evaluation – We assess the device and provide a fixed-price quote

  2. Bit-Level Imaging – We clone the memory chip to preserve every recoverable sector

  3. 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.