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Hard drive data recovery: Safe & easy with us

Please enter your contact details below and send us an enquiry to recover your hard drive. Our customer service team will then contact you for an initial assessment of the damage to your data carrier.

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Hard drive recovery with MEDIAFIX

Hard drive recovery: Your benefits

Free fault analysis
Payment only in case of success
No-obligation initial consultation with a preliminary damage assessment
Hard drive recovery with the market leader in analogue media digitisation
Top-rated by our customers
Drop-off points in London, Manchester & Birmingham

Hard drive data recovery: Prices

Simple damage	£350.00
Complex damage (up to 1 TB)	£500.00
Complex damage (up to 2 TB)	£650.00
Complex damage (up to 4 TB)	£850.00
Complex damage (up to 6 TB)	£1,000.00
Shipping costs apply. See our promotion terms here.

How we recover your hard drive

Hard drive recovery

After you have sent us your hard drive by post or delivered it in person to a MEDIAFIX drop-off point, you will receive a quote. If you then choose to proceed with the hard drive data recovery, we will recover your data:

safely, using state-of-the-art data protection standards
and store it on a storage medium of your choice or send your files through a direct download link

You pay only if we can recover at least 95% of the damaged data.

Storage

Send us a hard drive recovery enquiry through the online form and choose how you would like to receive your recovered data:

on a new hard drive for an additional fee
as a direct download (only for data volumes under 250 GB)
on your own hard drive, which you include in your package

We can also save your files on multiple storage media or create additional copies for your friends and family.

Delivery

You have two options for delivery or collection:

by post, sending your damaged hard disk to our MEDIAFIX Logistics Centre.
in person at one of our drop-off points across the United Kingdom.

Professional hard drive data recovery

Need your files back? We can help. Our data recovery service involves restoring and recovering your data with the quality and care you expect from MEDIAFIX:

Professional data recovery under ISO-certified cleanroom conditions (Class 5) to protect your media
You only pay if we recover more than 95% of your data
No hidden fees: all costs included in a fixed price

Hard drive recovery: it’s that easy with MEDIAFIX

Submit your enquiry

Just fill out the form. A customer service representative will call you to understand your needs. If everything is clear, you just need to print and sign the order form.

Send us your hard drive

Pack the hard drives and the order form in a sturdy cardboard box and send them to us from a post office of your choice or drop them off at a MEDIAFIX drop-off point.

Hard drive data recovery

We recover your data and send it back to you in 2-4 weeks. Now your memories are safe again!

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Causes of data loss on your hard drive

Data loss is frustrating, often occurs unexpectedly and can have serious consequences. Only if you are aware of the risks can you prevent them and react quickly and effectively in an emergency. Here are some of the main reasons people lose valuable data and memories:

Hard drive data loss

Hardware failure: Sometimes, the problem lies in the device itself. Hard drives and other storage media can fail due to their age, wear and tear, overheating or manufacturing faults. Power cuts or voltage spikes can also lead to unexpected damage.
Human error: A single wrong click or a moment of distraction can lead to data loss. Accidentally deleting files or formatting drives are common mistakes that can happen to anyone.
Software errors: Software is not flawless either. Bugs or errors in operating systems and applications can lead to data loss if they cause system crashes.
Viruses and malware: Malicious programs like viruses, trojans or ransomware can steal, delete or lock your data. Ransomware, for example, encrypts files and demands payment to restore access.
Natural disasters: Nature can also be unforgiving. Fires, floods or earthquakes can cause physical damage to hard drives and result in irreversible data loss.

If your hard drive has already been affected by data loss, don’t worry! MEDIAFIX will take care of it, giving you the best possible chance of recovering your files.

Faulty hard drive: How to recognise defective storage devices

When it comes to valuable data, recognising the signs of a failing hard drive early can be crucial in preventing data loss. Here are some warning signs that may indicate your hard drive could fail soon:

Slower performance: If your computer suddenly becomes significantly slower, especially when starting programmes or accessing files, it could indicate a problem with the hard drive.
Frequent crashes: If your system regularly crashes or freezes, particularly during booting, this is a serious warning sign.
Missing or corrupted files: Files disappearing without explanation or turning up damaged may indicate that the hard drive has faulty sectors.
Error messages: Error messages relating to reading or writing data to the hard drive are strong indicators of possible faults.
Blue screens: Frequent “Blue Screen of Death” (BSOD) errors on Windows may also point to hard drive issues.
Unusual noises: A clear sign of problems is unusual noises such as clicking, humming or grinding coming from the hard drive. These sounds may indicate mechanical damage inside the drive. Here is an example:

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the better the chance of saving your data. MEDIAFIX can assess the condition of your hard drive and help you recover your precious files.

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Frequently asked questions about hard drive recovery

How much does hard drive data recovery cost?

Whether SSD or HDD, you pay a standard price. For relatively simple damage where no spare parts are required, costs start at €300. Complex cases start at €500 for a 1TB hard drive.

Do I have to pay if my data cannot be recovered?

No, you only pay if more than 95% of the data can be recovered.

How can I send in my hard drive for data recovery?

You can send your damaged hard drive by post or drop it off at one of our 7 drop-off points across the United Kingdom.

Do you have further questions about hard drive recovery?

We’re happy to help with personal advice! Just give us a call or recover your hard drive now via the form on our website. You can reach us by phone on 020 3904438-0.

Want to recover your USB stick instead? No problem, we offer this service as well.