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It was great working with Kyle Moravcik, He answered all of my questions, was very responsive and the work got done quickly and with excellent results. Highly recommend your company and will use in t... See more
I recently had massive loss of data as I was preparing for a very important portfolio review and presentation. Obviously panic set in as this had happened at the worst possible time. After some r... See more
Great online reputation. Very articulate in explaining the process and secure way to keep our data confidential. It worked and we were able to get all of our data back.
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For more than a decade, Secure Data Recovery Services has been an industry leader in hard drive recovery, SSD recovery, and RAID data recovery. We combine state-of-the-art secure facilities with world-class engineering to deliver dependable outcomes for thousands of satisfied customers experiencing data loss every year – all with a documented 96% success rate and guaranteed results or you pay nothing. Our methods meet the highest standards of professionalism, security, and transparency. Secure Data Recovery Services technicians have regularly pioneered data recovery techniques that are now commonly used industry-wide. We exhaust every option technologically possible to recover your lost data safely and securely, with guaranteed results and our “No Data, No Recovery Fee” pledge, while delivering unmatched customer service. Entrusting data to a professional data recovery service requires a high degree of confidence that it will be safe during every stage of the process. Invasive data recovery operations take place in a certified Class 10 ISO 4 cleanroom. Our labs also meet the highest data security requirements for SSAE 18 SOC 1, 2, and 3 compliance, the EU/U.S. Privacy Shield Framework, and TRUSTe certification. Our technicians are also fully trained in the latest HIPAA and FERPA data handling protocols. Secure Data Recovery Services engineers are the best-credentialed in the industry. Every day they push the boundaries of what is possible by developing new methods and utilities that keep pace with the rapid evolution of digital storage technology. We continue to invest heavily in research and development to ensure that our engineers have the tools and expertise to meet even the most complex current or emerging data loss situations.
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- SSAE 18 Type II Certified
- Independent audits ensure the effectiveness of Secure Data Recovery Services’ more than 80 cybersecurity management control systems. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/ssae-18
- Class 10 ISO 4 Cleanroom
- This state-of-the-art specialized environment protects sensitive internal hard drive components from damage by airborne particulates during invasive data recovery procedures. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/cleanroom
- Certified Mac Technician
- Secure Data Recovery Services’ technicians are certified to recover data from all Apple computers, tablets, and iPhones. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/apple-mac-certified-technician
- GSA Approved Contractor
- Secure Data Recovery Services meets the rigid requirements for providing products and services for any local, state, or federal government agency. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/government-gsa-contractor
- BBB Accredited - Rating: A+
- All Secure Data Recovery Services locations are accredited by the Better Business Bureau and maintain a documented A+ rating. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/bbb-accredited-business
- Dun & Bradstreet Verified
- Secure Data Recovery Services is a verified member of the Dun & Bradstreet business directory, which provides authoritative commercial data and analytics for companies around the world.
- Privacy Shield Framework Certified
- Secure Data Recovery Services meets the highest standards set by the EU/U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield frameworks. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/privacy-shield
- Rated #1 by Business.com
- Business.com’s independent analysts have named Secure Data Recovery Services the best company for RAID recovery in 2022.
- TRUSTe Verified Company
- Secure Data Recovery Services undergoes regular third-party audits by TRUSTe to verify our compliance with all requirements for the safe storage and handling of regulated data. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/truste
- HIPAA Compliant
- All Secure Data Recovery Services staff members are fully trained to handle sensitive and protected data in compliance with HIPAA regulations. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/hipaa-compliance
- Corporate Member of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
- Secure Data Recovery Services is a proud member of the PPA, the world’s largest non-profit trade association for professional photographers. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/about/associations/ppa-member
- Business Consumer Alliance Member
- Secure Data Recovery Services is a charter member of the BCA, a non-profit organization that promotes fairness and honesty in the marketplace by helping consumers resolve disputes with businesses. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/certifications/business-consumer-alliance
- Manufacturers Approved
- Secure Data Recovery Services is approved by all major hardware manufacturers and computer vendors. https://www.securedatarecovery.com/manufacturers
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700 Beta Drive STE 100, 44143, Mayfield Village, United States
- 1-800-388-1266
- customercare@securedata.com
- securedatarecovery.com
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Professional and courteous!
Every interaction we had with SecureData Recovery was professional and courteous. They made sure we understood what was possible in the recovery process and recovered everything!
We really appreciate their efforts and expertise.
I am so grateful
I am so grateful. I know the cost is expensive for the none business, everyday house hold but what you did is no less difficult than what you would do for a business. The information and pictures were just as important to me and my wife as grandparents, as corporate data is to a company and we were treated just a important. Thank you so much for your professionalism from everyone that I talked to even the company that you had me drop off my equipment to that got it to you.
Recovered 'Beatle' files.
While in U.K. I lost a large number of image files during a backup procedure. I researched my options and reached out to Secure Data which had a drop-off location in my (Canadian) hometown. Jonathan responded almost immediately setting up a file # (also expressing cautious optimism which relieved stress). On my return I dropped off both memory devices and waited for updates. Files were recovered ~ not inexpensive but worth it in my case.
Presented with a Seagate Expansion…
Presented with a Seagate Expansion Desktop Drive that simply clicked and would no longer present data on my PC, Elliot's technicians at Secure Data Recovery were able to reconstruct the drive in a rapid manner and recover an amazing 99% of the data originally present. Of great importance were family images that would otherwise have been lost. Kudos for an amazing job!
Corrupt SSD data recovered
Very helpful in explaining the process and range of success in recovering data from a corrupt SSD.
Very timely service and good one on one communication. I would recommend this service to anyone who has lost data due to corrupt media or hardware failure.
Excellent experience
Excellent pricing, quality, quality & service. Kyle is customer-focused and responsive. Will use again.
Life Savers!
Life Savers!
Awesome! Friendly. Fast. Easy.
Over a decade of backups and important files.
Got them all back!
Thank you!
Scammers!
Scammers!
There was a photo on my phone that was important to me that wouldn't display because it was damaged.
So I contacted Secure Data Recovery, and I was able to speak with Daniel, who explained that it was completely free.
After several weeks, I was told I had to pay over $300 to recover the photo...
Without any proof that it was recoverable. The worst part is that they charged over $300 for a picture that could be restored in less than 5 minutes !!!

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SecureDataRecovery is a Life Saver!
SecureDataRecovery is remarkably professional and efficient. Outstanding service and turnaround time. I had accidentally deleted an iMovie file from an external drive, and the SecureData team were able to recover the missing data without problems. My confidence in their services started when I dropped off the drive at their contact office on 13th street in NYC; the staffer was polite and totally on top of things -- and the external drive was safely delivered to SecureData as scheduled. Shortly thereafter, I was contacted by Jonathan Nguyen and others about my situation and knew I was in good hands. Although I hope not to lose any more data (!), I will never hesitate to use SecureDataRecovery in the future.
Hard Drive Recovery
I appreciate their customer service & fast in responding
My experience was very positive overall, highly recommend them
My experience was very pleasant (and fruitful). I looked at Yelp Google and especially BBB reviews. This company stood out with both the number of reviews as well as the highly positive reviews. I found them to be extremely professional, courteous, quick, and communicative. My agent, Jonathan Nguyen, was patient and terrific at explaining things. I felt like a valued business customer even though this was not a corporate job for a fortune 500 company. In the end, everything appears to have been recovered!! It was more expensive than I expected but I wanted the best shot I could get at retrieving my one of a kind photos. My files were returned on a WD portable SSD drive but it came with a USB A cable - not the USB C cable needed by my M3 mac ... easily enough remedied by a few more dollars and a couple of more days waiting for it.
Safe and Effective
They are very communicative throughout the process. They were very attentive to my small project with their state of the art facilities. I felt like my data recovery was in good hands and they even worked with me on pricing!
SCAM!!!!! DISHONEST!!
I had a hard drive that was exposed to water for a very short amount of time. When I took it out of its protective case it had a small drop off water. I was sure nothing was damaged but just to make sure I didn’t try to turn it on and sent It to secure data recovery. Elliot guided me on the process and when they reviewed the damages they said it was so severely damaged by water it was going to cost 4,000$ to fix. The price was absolutely insane for me and I asked for my hard drive back. When received I took it to a local hard drive recovery. Upon inspection they told me it hadn’t even been opened by secure data and the drive had absolutely NOTHING wrong with it and was in perfect condition with all my files intact. Total cost for inspection, new drive and cloned flies - 100$. Secure data recovery is a total scam. They will lie to you about damages to get you to pay as much as possible. Disappointed by how they do business, especially when they are there to help with recovering irreplaceable photos and videos.
A lifesaver for my corrupted SD card!
I am grateful for the service provided by SecureDataRecovery. From the moment I contacted them, their team exhibited the utmost professionalism and expertise. They guided me through the entire process, ensuring that I understood the steps involved and setting realistic expectations. Their prompt and clear communication was a breath of fresh air during a stressful situation. I highly recommend SecureDataRecovery for anyone facing data loss or corruption issues. Their expertise, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction make them the go-to choice for data recovery services. Thank you, SecureDataRecovery, for saving my precious memories and for being an absolute lifesaver!.
Price gougers
Price gougers - they responded to my initial query immediately and followed up a few times. Seemed good to me. I have a 4tb WD passport that simply stopped working as I was using it one day. Wasn't dropped/run over/deleted, et al.
They told me it would be as little as $400. I dropped it off at B&H in NYC. Two days later I received a call with pricing. $2600! I told them I was going to shop it and please tell me how to get my device back. They said fine.
Two hours later I get an email saying their lab had "adjusted the price" to $1200. Ha!
I told them I would go as high as $600.
They came back with a long note explaining their clean lab and what needs to be done, blah blah blah.
I told them to send it back. Which they did, for $45. :)
So, while they may be able to retrieve data, they are egregious in their pricing. Save yourself the trouble and don't bother (unless money is not an issue).
Buy a couple extra external drives and back up your stuff frequently so when these die, you can just toss them.
WATCH FOR SCAM
WATCH FOR SCAM
I have an 8TB Western Digital NAS that became unrecognizable by my computers after a power surge. After contacting Western Digital, they provided a list of data recovery companies, and I chose to contact Secure Data Recovery. The first person who responded was Jacob Medina. He immediately sent 5-6 different emails, trying to portray Secure Data Recovery as the best in North America. They were very insistent on getting me to ship my hard drive to them. After explaining the situation and asking for a quote, Jacob estimated it would be less than $500 to recover the data. Ultimately, I shipped my hard drive from Vancouver to their Toronto office.
Four days after shipping it, Jacob reached out with a payment notice of $3600 to $4700 (see attached screenshot). I immediately replied that this price was unrealistic and far higher than the initial estimate, and I asked for my hard drive to be returned. However, all my emails bounced, and no one responded (see attached screenshots). After a few days of this cat-and-mouse game, I found a phone number and called them. Someone named Eric Fisher answered and said Jacob was no longer with the company as of the day he sent the payment notice. After explaining the situation and the discrepancy in costs, Eric said there had been an error and that he would fix it. A couple of days later, he sent another email offering a $2000 discount if I provided positive reviews on their website, Google, and the BBB (see attached screenshot). I refused and asked for my device to be returned. They then became unreachable again.
This extremely frustrating process ultimately forced me to fly to Toronto in person to retrieve my device. A few months later, I contacted another company, and they fixed my NAS for $375 plus tax (excluding the cost of a new hard drive).
NOTICE: Watch out for this scam and do not send your device to this terrible company. They will lure you in with a low estimate, but once they have your device, they will raise the price to 5-10 times higher. When you refuse to proceed and ask for your device back, they will disappear.
Highly recommend this company
Highly recommend this company! After our hard disc failed we approached a different company to recover the data and paid £240 for them to tell us they could not recover the data! We then approached this company who offered a “no data no fee” service! And guess what, full data recovered! Absolutely amazing service from start to finish!
Can’t thank Mark Cooney enough
Can’t thank Mark Cooney enough. External hard drive crashed with years worth of data and memories that I thought I would never get back. Contacted Mark@Secure Data Recovery and the rest is history. Got 100% back. He made the whole process seem like a walk in the park. Mark explained the process and at the same time managed my expectations. True to his word all my data was recovered. He was very reassuring and helpful. Thank you Mark.
Effective and Fast
I contacted SDR to ask about repair/recovery options for an external hard drive I messed up. Tim Rutan facilitated a pick-up of the drive at my home and SDR began the assessment on it very shortly after they received it. Tim stayed in contact throughout the entire process, and answered all of the questions I had. He explained the process, the expected turnaround time and likely outcomes very well.
I was very nervous about sending my hard drive to someone I didn't know, but Tim put my mind at ease. My hard drive contents arrived on a new secure drive, and my defective drive was returned at the same time. As far as expense goes...the price was worth it to me. Was it cheap? No. Did they recover ALL except ONE file of mine. Yes. That's well worth the money to me.
The reviews speak for themselves. This company is legitimate and are top notch. I'll definitely call on them again if the need arises.
Wrong Business Model
The service was great.
The communication was good.
I just don't like the business model. The survey should be optional and should not be part of your business model. Because it felt like being forced. If Secure Data Recovery Services does a GREAT JOB, it will be 5 stars always. 3 or 4 stars are opportunities for growth and improvement. 1 or 2 stars are given by people who can't be pleased. That is part of the business world.

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