Why is there no fixed price for data recovery?

 Data recovery pricing depends on several factors, including:

• The type of problem affecting the drive.
• Whether the drive is still working or not.
• Whether the issue is logical or mechanical.
• The amount of data that needs to be recovered.
• The level of damage in the drive or files.
• The time and tools required to complete the recovery.

For this reason, it is not possible to rely only on the customer’s description to determine the price, because two cases that sound similar may require very different levels of work.

What is inspection and why is it important?

 Inspection is the initial diagnostic process used to understand the actual condition of the drive or device. It usually includes:

• Identifying the cause of data loss.
• Assessing the severity of the damage.
• Checking the recovery possibility.
• Estimating the time required.
• Determining the correct price for the case.

In other words, inspection tells us whether the case is a simple recovery or a more advanced one. It also ensures the customer receives a fair price based on the real condition, not on guesswork.

Cases that are usually less expensive

Some cases are simpler than others, such as:

• Accidental file deletion.
• Quick formatting.
• Partition issues.
• File loss after a software problem or update.
• Temporary access problems to some files.

These cases are often less complicated than mechanical failures, but inspection is still necessary to confirm the recovery chances and the exact nature of the issue.

Cases that may cost more

The price usually increases when the problem is more severe, such as:

• The drive does not power on at all.
• Clicking sounds or mechanical damage.
• The drive is not detected by the computer.
• A large number of bad sectors.
• Head damage or internal component failure.
• The need for advanced tools or lab-level intervention.

The harder it is to access the data, the more time and effort are required to recover it, which is why pricing varies depending on the case.

Why do we rely on transparent pricing?

 The purpose of inspection is not only to determine the price, but also to give the customer a clear picture of:

• The actual condition of the drive.
• The chance of successful recovery.
• The expected turnaround time.
• The final or estimated cost.

This approach gives the customer clarity and confidence before starting, and ensures the price is based on a real assessment rather than an inaccurate estimate.

What should customers do when data is lost?

If data loss happens, it is best to:

• Stop using the drive immediately.
• Avoid opening or repairing it yourself.
• Avoid random recovery software before inspection.
• Bring it in for inspection as soon as possible.

The faster and more correctly the case is handled, the better the chances of successful recovery.