Board-level data access
Use controlled lab methods to regain data access when storage media or mobile devices cannot be read normally.
North York data recovery lab
Recover the files, photos, and business data you cannot replace.
OmniData provides in-house recovery for failed hard drives, SSDs, phones, RAID/NAS systems, USB drives, SD cards, and physically damaged devices.
In-house
clean room recovery
60 days
service warranty
1-3 days
expedited option
No data
no fee
Services
In-house data recovery for the devices people actually depend on.
From logical deletion to mechanical failure, OmniData handles complex storage problems inside our North York lab. Your device is assessed and handled inside our North York recovery lab with privacy-first intake and chain-of-custody practices. Our privacy-first workflow keeps recovery work in house with professional imaging, firmware access, flash recovery technology, PC-3000, Rusolut VNR, and ISO Class 5 laminar flow clean bench capability where appropriate.
Mobile device data recovery
Recover photos, messages, videos, contacts, and business files from phones that are no longer accessible after liquid exposure, impact damage, or startup failure.
Hard drive data recovery
Recover files from clicking drives, bad sectors, firmware issues, accidental formats, failed external drives, and mechanical damage.
SSD data recovery
Recover data from failed SATA, NVMe, M.2, and external SSDs with controller issues, firmware faults, electrical damage, and unreadable media.
RAID & NAS systems
Rebuild failed arrays, restore NAS volumes, and recover business-critical data from hardware failure, corruption, and human error.
Flash drives & SD cards
Handle damaged flash media, corrupted filesystems, broken cards, unreadable devices, NAND failures, and chip-off recovery scenarios.
System Recovery
Recover data from non-booting computers, failed system drives, legacy workstations, user profiles, databases, and critical system records.
Certified data destruction
Secure digital erasure and physical destruction with a certificate for sensitive drives, business equipment, and retired media.
Privacy-first in-house lab
Your device stays with OmniData.
OmniData is not a collection point for drives, phones, or storage media. Recovery work is handled inside our North York lab, so the recovery process stays within our controlled lab workflow.
Fewer handoffs
Your media stays under one lab workflow from intake to return, reducing unnecessary movement of private data.
Clear chain of custody
Devices are assessed, recovered, and prepared for return by OmniData technicians with privacy-conscious handling and documented recovery steps.
Privacy-oriented recovery
The recovery process is built around controlled access, careful handling, and keeping customer data inside the lab.
Process
A clear path from failed device to recovered data.
01
Diagnose
Bring the device to the North York lab or start the mail-in flow. OmniData evaluates the damage and recovery path.
02
Recover
Technicians use clean room methods, firmware tools, controlled imaging, and file-system reconstruction where needed.
03
Return
After approval and payment, recovered files are returned securely and mail-in devices are shipped back promptly.
Clear pricing guidance
Know the recovery path before you approve the work.
Data recovery cost depends on the actual failure, not only the device type or capacity. OmniData begins with a free assessment so the likely recovery level, risk, timing, and expected cost can be explained before chargeable recovery work begins.
Logical recovery
For stable devices affected by deleted files, accidental formatting, corrupted partitions, damaged file systems, or other logical access problems.
Drive-level recovery
For unstable reads, bad sectors, firmware problems, electrical faults, or failures requiring stabilization and controlled imaging before files can be reconstructed.
Physical-damage recovery
For clicking, dropped, contaminated, liquid-damaged, or mechanically failed devices requiring controlled physical handling and a longer recovery process.
Free assessment. No paid recovery work begins without your approval.
Donor parts, expedited service, RAID complexity, destination media, and shipping can affect the final quote. These items are explained before approval. For data recovery cases, if no recoverable data is available, there is no recovery fee.
Cases solved
Real recovery cases from the OmniData lab.
Anonymized examples of failed devices, lab diagnostics, and recovery outcomes. Customer identity and private file details are never shared.
USB flash recovery
32GB PNY flash drive with SM controller firmware corruption.
Monolith pinout tracing and NAND reconstruction restored access to the data.
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Hard drive recovery
Damaged WD 4TB USB drive recovered after drop damage.
Severe head and platter damage required decontamination and repeated optimized read cycles.
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SSD recovery
Samsung 850 PRO 128GB SATA SSD recovered after failure.
Internal encryption and limited chip-off options made this failed SSD a narrow-path recovery case.
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Phone recovery
Samsung S25 Ultra recovered after 3 days underwater.
Liquid damage cleaning and board-level data access restored the original phone state so encrypted data could be accessed.
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How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Choosing a Data Recovery Service
Before handing over a failed drive, phone, RAID, or memory card, know what to ask. A real recovery lab should explain where your device goes, what work is done in house, and what happens if no recovery is possible.
Read the guideCustomer reviews
Trusted by people who needed their data back.
"Excellent service! They're extremely knowledgeable and literally saved my life. Definitely recommend them!!!"
"I needed data recovered from a very broken phone and Michael was able to do it for less than he originally quoted me."
"I came in with little hope of recovering an old hard drive. Omnidata worked miracles and had the tools to get the job done."
"Very transparent in pricing, no hidden costs. My NVMe drive was not being recognized, but the data was fully restored!"
"Michael recovered pictures and other files from my hard drive that broke back in 2011. He recovered all the information I needed."
Mail-in service
Outside Toronto? Send your device to the lab.
Complete the mail-in form, include your name and phone number in the package, and OmniData begins work when the device arrives. Standard recovery time is approximately two weeks, with expedited recovery available for urgent cases.
FAQ
Answers before you power the device on again.
Can data be recovered from a physically damaged USB drive?
Often, yes. If the memory and microscopic traces are intact, technicians can bypass the damaged interface and image the memory safely.
Can deleted files be recovered from an SSD?
Sometimes, but SSD TRIM can permanently clear deleted data. Stop using the drive immediately and have it assessed as soon as possible.
My portable drive was dropped and is not recognized. What should I do?
Disconnect it and avoid repeated scans or power attempts. Clicking, grinding, slow reading, or failure to mount can indicate a serious problem; continued use may cause further damage and make recovery more difficult.
Can data be recovered from a water-damaged phone?
In many cases, yes. The original device may need careful cleaning and stabilization before encrypted data can be extracted safely.
Can manufacturer service recover data from a dead phone?
Manufacturer service often focuses on replacement or reset. A data recovery lab focuses on preserving data access first when the original device state allows it.
Contact
Bring in your device or ask for a recovery quote.
Call during lab hours, visit the North York location, or send the device through the mail-in portal.