Deleted File Recovery in Leeds
Did you accidentally hit "Delete"? Did your camera ask to "Format Card" and you clicked Yes? Stop using the device immediately. The files are still there, but they are in danger of being overwritten. We can recover your lost photos and documents at our Leeds lab.
"Deleted" Is Not "Gone"
When you delete a file in Windows or macOS, the computer doesn't actually erase the data. It simply marks the space as "Free" so it can accept new data later. The file sits on the hard drive like a ghost, invisible but intact.
This is where we come in. Using forensic tools similar to those used by the police, we scan the "Free Space" on your drive. We ignore the Windows file table and look directly for file signatures (like the header code of a JPEG or PDF).
CRITICAL WARNING: Every second you use the computer, Windows creates temporary files that overwrite that "Free Space". If that happens, the data is gone forever. Turn it off and bring it to our Headingley shop now.
Scenarios We Fix
1. Accidental Formatting
You plugged your external drive into your TV or Mac, and it asked to "Format". You clicked yes, and now it's empty. We can reverse this process and rebuild the folder structure.
2. Emptied Recycle Bin
You thought you didn't need that folder, but you did. Once the bin is emptied, there is no "Undo" button in Windows. We perform a "Raw Carve" to find the specific files you lost.
3. Lost Partitions (RAW Drive)
Does your drive say "You need to format the disk in drive D: before you can use it"? The partition table is corrupt. Your data is fine; the map to find it is just broken. We repair the map.
Why Professional Help?
"Why can't I just download free software?"
You can. But free software often crashes on large drives, or worse, tries to install itself onto the SAME drive you are recovering from, overwriting your own data.
We use Write Blockers. In our Leeds lab, we connect your drive to a hardware device that physically prevents ANY data from being written to your drive. This makes the recovery 100% safe.
What We Recover
All file types:
- Photos: JPG, PNG, RAW (CR2/NEF).
- Documents: Word, Excel, PDF, PST.
- Video: MP4, MOV, MTS (Family videos).
- Audio: MP3, WAV, Logic Pro projects.
Undelete FAQs
Leeds customers ask.
Is it guaranteed?
No. If the data has been physically overwritten by new files (e.g. you downloaded a movie after deleting the file), it is gone forever. This is why speed is critical.
How much does it cost?
Logical recovery (no hardware damage) is our most affordable service, starting from £90. It is a fixed price regardless of how many files we find.
Can I check the files?
Yes. Before you pay, we invite you to verify the file list. If your specific thesis/photo is corrupt or missing, you don't have to pay.