Aberdeen Data Recovery – Scotland’s #1 Memory Card Data Recovery Specialist

Lost data on your memory card? Aberdeen Data Recovery is Scotland’s most trusted memory card recovery expert, offering over 25 years of experience in restoring lost, deleted, or corrupted data from all types of memory cards and flash storage devices.

Why Choose Aberdeen Data Recovery?

• 🏴 Scotland’s No.1 Memory Card Recovery Lab

• ⏳ 25 Years of Industry Experience

• 💰 Unbeatable Pricing and Fast Turnaround

• 🧪 Free Diagnostic Evaluation

• 💼 Trusted by Individuals, Photographers, and Professionals

Types of Memory Cards We Recover

We support all formats and capacities of memory cards, including but not limited to:

• SD (Secure Digital)

• microSD / miniSD

• SDHC / SDXC

• CF (CompactFlash)

• xD Picture Cards

• Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro Duo

• CFast / XQD / UHS / UFS Cards

📷 Whether it’s your camera, smartphone, drone, or dashcam memory, we can recover it.

Major Memory Card Faults We Recover From

We specialize in data recovery from a broad range of memory card problems, including:

🗑️ Logical Failures & User Errors

• Accidental file deletion

• Accidental formatting

• Unsupported file systems

• File transfer interruptions

⚠️ File System & Software Issues

• File system corruption

• Partition table corruption

• Overwritten data

• Virus or malware infection

🔌 Physical & Hardware Damage

• Controller failure

• Bent or broken pins

• Bad sectors

• Liquid or water damage

• Overheating

• Electrical surge damage

• Manufacturing defects

📴 Device Detection Issues

• Memory card not recognized by system

• Read/write errors

• Card initialised in unsupported devices

Top 10 Most Common Memory Card Faults and How We Recover The Data

Aberdeen Data Recovery, Scotland’s #1 memory card data recovery specialist, brings 25 years of unmatched experience in restoring data from damaged, corrupted, or unreadable memory cards. Whether it’s a high-end DSLR SD card, a drone microSD, or a USB flash drive, our lab uses advanced forensic tools and techniques to recover your critical files quickly and securely.

1. Accidental Deletion of Files

Problem: Files are mistakenly deleted and bypass the recycle bin.
Recovery Solution:

• Use forensic-grade software to scan unallocated memory blocks.

• Recover deleted files by reconstructing file tables and metadata.

2. Accidental Formatting

Problem: Memory card is formatted either accidentally or by an incompatible device.
Recovery Solution:

• Perform a raw image clone of the card.

• Use deep-scan algorithms to extract underlying file structures and restore recoverable data.

3. File System Corruption

Problem: Card displays as “RAW,” or shows file errors and prompts formatting.
Recovery Solution:

• Analyze the damaged file system (e.g., FAT32, exFAT, NTFS).

• Rebuild file allocation tables (FAT) or master file tables (MFT) to recover readable data.

4. Physical Damage (Bent, Cracked, or Broken Card)

Problem: Card is physically damaged due to improper removal or impact.
Recovery Solution:

• Perform chip-off recovery in a cleanroom environment.

• Extract NAND memory directly using specialized hardware and reconstruct data at the binary level.

5. Memory Card Not Recognised by Device or PC

Problem: Device shows “No card inserted” or card is invisible in file explorer.
Recovery Solution:

• Check for controller or connector failure.

• Reprogram or bypass the controller chip and access the flash memory directly.

6. Read/Write Errors

Problem: Data cannot be read from or written to the card.
Recovery Solution:

• Diagnose controller firmware issues.

• Clone the card and use low-level recovery tools to bypass bad sectors and retrieve readable files.

7. Virus or Malware Infection

Problem: Files are hidden, corrupted, or replaced with malicious shortcuts.
Recovery Solution:

• Use antivirus tools to safely remove malware.

• Unhide files and repair file links using recovery software and filesystem repair.

8. Controller Failure

Problem: The card’s controller chip is damaged, preventing normal read/write operation.
Recovery Solution:

• Remove NAND memory chips.

• Use flash readers to access and reconstruct the data layout manually.

9. Water or Liquid Damage

Problem: Card exposed to water, causing short circuits or corrosion.
Recovery Solution:

• Clean the card in an anti-static, alcohol-based solution.

• If necessary, extract and read NAND chips in a controlled lab environment.

10. Bad Sectors or NAND Flash Wear

Problem: Sections of the card become unreadable due to wear or poor quality.
Recovery Solution:

• Clone the card to isolate bad sectors.

• Recover readable data with error-correcting algorithms and sector reassembly.

Supported Brands

We recover data from all major memory card brands, including:

• SanDisk

• Samsung

• Kingston

• Transcend

• PNY

• Toshiba

• ADATA

• Integral

• Patriot

• Verbatim

• Greenliant

• Angelbird

🛡️ Even if your card is physically broken or corrupted, our lab can recover the data safely.

Our Memory Card Recovery Process

1. Free Diagnostic & Assessment

2. Detailed Report & Fixed Quote

3. Specialist Recovery in a Certified Lab

4. File Verification & Secure Delivery

What Sets Us Apart?

• ✅ No data, no fee guarantee

• ✅ Clean room environment

• ✅ Transparent pricing and no hidden fees

• ✅ Emergency 24–48 hour turnaround available

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can you recover deleted photos or videos from an SD card?

Yes, we can recover files that were accidentally deleted or lost during formatting.

2. Do you handle physically damaged memory cards?

Absolutely. We have specialised tools to handle physically broken, bent, or water-damaged memory cards.

3. How long does memory card data recovery take?

Standard recovery takes 2–4 business days. Emergency services are also available.

4. Is there a chance of overwriting my data?

No. We use read-only methods to ensure your original data is never altered.

5. Is my data confidential?

Yes. We maintain strict confidentiality and offer NDAs upon request.

Get Your Free Memory Card Diagnostic Today

Don’t give up on your lost files. Aberdeen Data Recovery is ready to retrieve your critical photos, videos, and documents from damaged or corrupted memory cards.

📞 Contact us today for your free diagnostic and unbeatable recovery pricing.