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Linux Data Recovery

Disk Doctors has been rescuing data from failed data storages since 1991... most reliable and well rounded data recovery company, equipped with over two decades of experience and knowledge base, ready to tackle complex drive and server disasters head on.

What DiskDoctors offers...

What makes us stand out compare to most recovery companies out there?

  • Providing data recovery services since 1991
  • Publisher of dozens of data recovery software
  • Excellent customer reviews
  • Highly confidential data recovery services
  • Same day free media evaluation report
  • Firm recovery quotes
  • No hidden fees / No data, No charge
  • Review recoverable file list before payment
  • Class 100 clean rooms
  • High success rate and Fast turnaround

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To facilitate our clients, and to keep data recovery process at a fast pace, we offer...

  • Free Fedex / UPS Shipping
  • Free Shipping to and from our labs
  • World wide data recovery labs
  • Mostly next business day delivery
  • Package tracking is provided

We will recover your data or return your drive for free!

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We have seen everything that could go wrong with any type of data storage device and know the best remedies to fix complex problems to regain valuable data in record time.

To get your data back fast you are only 3 steps away to secure highly qualified recovery service and fast results without risking a dime. As we say, with Disk Doctors you only pay for successful results.

Simple 3 Step Easy Data Recovery Process

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Thousands of businesses and end users have been rescued from utter data disasters since 1991 by DiskDostors! We can do the same for you! Here, we would like to share a small sample of customer reviews about Disk Doctors' data recovery services.

If drive crash is slowing you down... then definitely getting professional help is the best idea... and DISK DOCTORS is the logical choice to secure such help. Please feel free to get more details by visiting local office or calling us at 1800-347-5377.

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Linux data recovery helps restore lost, deleted, or inaccessible data from systems that have become damaged, corrupted, or impossible to boot. When Linux crashes, files may still exist on the storage device, but specialist recovery methods are needed to access them safely. At Disk Doctors, we provide fast, professional Linux recovery for servers, workstations, external drives, RAID arrays, and complex storage environments throughout the UK.

Linux environments handle partitioning, metadata, and file system structure differently from Windows and macOS. As a result, recovering lost data requires a precise understanding of Linux file systems such as EXT2, EXT3, EXT4, BTRFS, XFS, JFS, and ZFS. We work to recover files quickly while preserving the integrity and security of business-critical or personal data.

Why Might You Need a Linux Data Recovery Service?

Linux systems are highly resilient, but they are not immune to data loss. Physical failure, corrupted file systems, accidental deletion, faulty updates, or RAID collapse can instantly make important information inaccessible. When failure occurs, attempting DIY repair can worsen the damage and permanently overwrite recoverable data.

What types of Linux failures do we recover?

We provide Linux file recovery for logical faults affecting the structure of file systems and data recovery for Linux environments suffering physical damage. Logical failures include corrupt superblocks, lost volumes, deleted partitions, and damaged inodes. Physical failures involve drive malfunctions, PCB issues, motor failure, or environmental damage. In many cases, Data Recovery from a Crashed Linux OS requires a structured approach that addresses both hardware stability and file system reconstruction.

What causes Linux data loss?

Common triggers include:

  • Accidental deletion or formatting
  • Corrupted MBR, superblock, or metadata
  • Failed RAID rebuilds or degraded arrays
  • Sudden power loss during writes
  • File system damage caused by software malfunction

We can recover Linux data from a wide range of devices, including:

  • Hard disk drives (IDE, SATA, SCSI, SAS, Firewire)
  • RAID arrays, NAS, and enterprise servers
  • Tape cartridges
  • Removable media such as USB and ZIP
  • Any storage device capable of hosting Linux

Linux failures can appear catastrophic, but data is often recoverable with the correct tools and techniques.

Why Choose Disk Doctors for Linux Data Recovery?

Disk Doctors have decades of experience restoring lost data from complex Linux environments. We specialise in recovering data from damaged servers, RAID systems, removable media, and non-booting disks with both logical and physical issues. We work quickly to identify the cause of failure and determine the safest method for recovering files.

Our recovery engineers provide:

  • Class 100 Clean Room service for physical failures
  • Secure diagnostics and fixed, transparent pricing
  • Same-day evaluation
  • No-data, no-fee policy
  • Secure file handling and GDPR compliance

Disk Doctors provides specialist Linux data recovery services for servers, RAID environments, non-booting disks, and damaged drives. We have completed Data Recovery from Crashed Linux OS cases involving catastrophic crashes, failed upgrades and unexplained failure, often restoring critical data that others believed unrecoverable.

Customers can explore our full range of data recovery services to understand our broader capabilities.

How Does Linux Data Recovery Work?

Linux data recovery often requires stabilising the storage device, creating a disk image, and rebuilding file system structures to extract lost files safely. This prevents further damage from occurring during the recovery process.

Step 1: Assessment and Diagnosis

We inspect the affected drive to identify whether the issue is logical, physical, or a combination of both. Logical issues may require rebuilding the file system, while physical issues require stabilisation or component replacement. You receive a clear assessment and fixed quote before work begins.

Step 2: Recovery and Repair

Logical recovery involves rebuilding damaged file systems, recovering lost partitions, and repairing metadata. Physical recovery may require Clean Room work to stabilise hardware before extraction. We often create a disk image to prevent further loss. In Data Recovery from Crashed Linux OS cases, stabilisation is a priority because attempts to force boot can destroy recoverable data.

Step 3: File Verification and Return

Recovered data is verified, organised, and returned in your chosen format. We support CD-ROM, DVD, new HDDs, FTP transfer, secure download, and encrypted media options to meet your requirements.

Software-Based vs Professional Linux Recovery

Software tools may help recover deleted files or restore files that Linux users have lost, provided the storage media is healthy. However, these tools cannot repair physical failures, rebuild partitions, or resolve corrupted superblocks.

Most data recovery for Linux cannot be completed safely with generic tools if:

  • The disk cannot be mounted
  • Metadata is damaged
  • The file system is corrupted
  • RAID arrays are degraded

For complex failures, professional intervention is the safest option.

Users can explore our Linux data recovery software for cases suitable for software-only recovery.

What Data Can Be Recovered from Linux Systems?

Our Linux data recovery services support servers, non-booting disks, deleted partitions, and corrupted volumes. We recover data from EXT, BTRFS, XFS, ZFS, JFS, FAT and other Linux file systems used across personal and enterprise environments.

We regularly restore:

  • Work documents and project files
  • Virtual machines, database files, and archives
  • Server configurations and log files
  • Personal data, images, and media

Whether users need to restore removed files that Linux systems have lost due to accidental deletion, malfunction, or corruption, we aim to recover as much data as possible quickly.

When Should You Seek Professional Data Recovery?

If the system cannot boot, partitions disappear, or frequent errors occur, avoid rebooting or running repair commands. These actions may overwrite deleted data, making Linux recovery far more difficult.

Professional data recovery for Linux ensures damaged drives are stabilised before extraction, improving the chances of recovering intact files, partition tables, and metadata.

You can learn more about our expertise by visiting our data recovery experts page.

Speak to Disk Doctors About Linux Recovery

If you are dealing with a crashed system, deleted partitions, corrupted file systems, or a non-booting Linux server, professional support gives you the best chance of recovering your files. The sooner you act, the higher the likelihood of successful recovery.

Contact Disk Doctors to start your case, request a free evaluation, or discuss secure, professional Linux recovery services tailored to your needs.

Linux Data Recovery FAQs

How long does Linux data recovery take?

Linux recovery times vary based on the severity of the failure, the type of storage media, and whether physical repair is required. Logical issues are typically resolved within several working days, whereas physical issues may take longer due to the need for stabilisation in controlled environments. Urgent turnaround options may be available if the data is business-critical. The priority is to recover as much data as possible safely, rather than rush the process and risk additional loss.

Can Disk Drill or free tools recover Linux data?

Free tools may help recover deleted files if the disk is healthy and still mountable, but they cannot rebuild file systems, repair partitions, or recover data from physical damage. Running them repeatedly may overwrite deleted data and eliminate recovery opportunities. Professional Linux recovery uses controlled, read-only processes designed to safeguard recoverable data. These methods are far safer for Data Recovery from Crashed Linux OS scenarios where system components are unstable.

What causes Linux file systems to become corrupted?

Corruption may occur due to power failures, software bugs, RAID malfunction, or failed updates. When metadata becomes corrupted, the system may lose access to large amounts of data even though the underlying files still exist. Attempting to repair the file system without a backup can cause further damage. Professional diagnostics identify whether recovery should focus on rebuilding the file system, extracting raw data, or cloning the disk first.

How can I avoid losing data on Linux?

Frequent backups, resilience planning, and proper shutdown procedures significantly reduce risk. Hardware monitoring tools can detect early signs of drive failure, while UPS systems prevent power loss during writes. Avoid experimenting with partition tools or file system commands unless you have a verified backup. If failure occurs, power down the system and seek professional help rather than attempting recovery yourself.

Can you recover data from re-formatted Linux drives?

Yes, data may be recoverable even after a drive has been re-formatted, depending on how the new file system was written and whether data has been overwritten. Recovery becomes harder if multiple writes occurred after formatting. Professional tools can extract unreferenced blocks of data and reconstruct file structures, which is often impossible with free software.

Supported Devices Service Options

  • Hard Disk Drives - IDE, SATA, SCSI, Firewire, SAS etc.
  • RAID arrays, NAS etc.
  • Tape Cartridges
  • Removable Media (USB, ZIP etc.)
  • Any media, we can recover Linux data from it

Other Supported Operating Systems Service Options

Supported Data Loss Situations Service Options

  • Lost or Corrupted Inode Table
  • Lost or Corrupted MBR, Super Block
  • Lost or missing volumes, Corrupt BGD i.e. Block Group Descriptor
  • Software malfunction and Sabotage

Data Protection & Confidentiality

Disk Doctors guarantees protection of your data throughout the data recovery process, from evaluation to handing data back to the client.

  1. Disk Doctor Employees are selected through a rigorous process of selection and follow our strict rules and procedures for handling the client data.
  2. Client media is cloned sector by sector onto our own lab media and all the data recovery work is carried out on the cloned media not the original media; this ensures that client’s storage media is always intact.
  3. Upon successful recovery Disk Doctors by default keeps a copy of the data for 7days before it gets deleted automatically from our Lab Server. This helps in providing the copy of data again if some thing goes wrong during the transfer of data to client e.g. the data media gets damage or goes missing during the postal process.
  4. Our agreement to recover the data includes the clause for protection and non disclosure of data as per legal rules and regulations. If you require separate agreement for data protection and non disclosure, we are happy to sign the agreement.

To recover your loss data we follow a standardized data recovery process in all our data recovery labs across the globe. Call us at 0800 043 6611 to consult your case or submit your case for free evaluation with No Recovery, No Charge guarantee.

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Customer Reviews

Very good. Explained the process well and responded to my questions timely and accurately, Quick and thorough service. Overall – Excellent! Keep doing what you are doing. Thanks!
J.T. Gaebe
Raytheon


Excellent Service, Quick, Efficient with exactly the results we wanted and expected.
Thanks You.
Paul King
IT Manager
The Bridgeman Art Library Ltd

I was very happy with the service and professionalism I encountered when dealing with your company. The options available, the quick turnaround & correspondence updating me with the progress of my call were all above my expectations and I have already recommended your service to colleagues.

While I hope I don’t need such help in the future – any HDD issues I can’t fix will be coming your way.
Many thanks,

Chris Scanes
IT Support Specialist (ITC)
The service we received on the above repair was professional, on time and were kept up to date on the status of the job.

Regards
Dom
Optima Medical
The service provided was very good, and I received the recovered data ahead of schedule which was great.

Thank you!
Regards,
Chris
I found the service prompt and efficient. The people I spoke to were friendly and helpful Kind regards
Lynette
Wonderful service, fast, efficient and most important they fulfilled their promise.
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Paul Cornwell
You service was good – obviously an efficient e-mail run system is in place. One criticism though I took the trouble to point out the specific area where the PST files needing recovery were to be found but this was ignored and the wrong files recovered. it was only when I insisted that they were where I said they were that you did indeed find and recover them. As you pointed out at the start we had used another recovery company first who had failed to restore the files we wanted and on further inquiry insisted it was not possible to do so – so hats of to Disk Doctor. We will use you again if we need to.
Regards
Neil
I was hugely happy with the work you managed to save from my hard drive. I have lost quite a few photos but that is NOTHING when I consider you got all of my work files back to me safely - that is truely the MOST important thing.
I found Shakeel very helpful and lovely And I was so pleased you adjusted the price. I was desperate from my information to be found but I had little chance of paying the first quoted fee.
I thank you and would highlyu recommend your service to anyone else.
All the best
Hetty

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