How to Recover Data from a Dropped External Hard Drive: Seeking Advice

Accidents happen, and sometimes they happen to our beloved tech. Recently, I had an unfortunate incident where my WD external hard drive took a tumble—approximately two feet onto my carpeted floor. A bit of an oversight on my part for not using a longer cable!

This external hard drive held quite a bit of crucial data that I meant to organize and back up. Unfortunately, life got busy, and I didn’t manage to set aside a dedicated day for sorting through those files before the mishap occurred.

Now, I’m reaching out for advice on the best course of action for recovering my files. I’m considering a few options like Geek Squad and SalvageData, but I’m uncertain about which one would provide effective service at a reasonable price. Data Recovery can be surprisingly costly, and that’s a bit alarming!

If you have any recommendations for reliable Data Recovery services or even tips for how to potentially retrieve data from a damaged hard drive, your insights would be greatly appreciated. I’m eager to regain access to my files and get them onto a new hard drive without breaking the bank! Thank you in advance for your help!