Deleted the wrong files off your SD card on a Mac?
You were clearing unwanted files off your SD card, hit delete too fast, and then found nothing in the Trash. The files usually aren't gone yet. Only the directory entries are removed, and the data stays on the card until something overwrites it. This Mac SD card recovery tool is built for that situation.
Tip: Stop using the card as soon as you notice the loss. New photos or copied files can overwrite what you want back.
Quick facts
- Platform: Mac OS X 10.5.x and above, including Leopard, Snow Leopard and Lion. A separate Windows version exists.
- Trial: The demo version scans and shows what is recoverable. Saving recovered files needs the full version.
- Works with: SD cards from brands such as Kingston, Transcend, HP, Sony, Toshiba, Samsung, Kodak, Panasonic and Fujifilm.
Key features
Get back files you deleted by mistake
You choose Recover Deleted Photos for accidental deletions. A separate Recover Lost Photos option covers other losses. Files that are no longer in the Trash can still be found.
Preview results before you pay
After the scan you see the recovered files and folders in their original hierarchy. That lets you judge your recovery chances in the demo first.
Read-only recovery that leaves the original data alone
The vendor says the tool does not change the original content of files during recovery, so you aren't risking what is left on the card.
Recover from more than SD cards
The same scan works on other storage you connect to the Mac. That includes external USB drives, FireWire drives and hard drives (SATA, IDE, SCSI).
Recover after a format error
The tool can restore data from an SDHC card after a format error caused by improper use. It also covers the usual causes of loss: abrupt card removal, power failure during a transfer, human error and third-party software.
How recovery works
- Plug in the affected card, then install and launch the software. Choose Recover Photos on the main screen.
- Pick Recover Deleted Photos or Recover Lost Photos.
- Select the SD card as the logical drive and click Next.
- Wait for the scan, then look through the recovered files and folders.
Who it's for
It suits you if you use a camera, phone or card reader with a Mac and you deleted or lost files from the card. It also suits you if you want to see what is recoverable before you buy. The wizard has only a few steps, so you don't need technical skills.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The demo lets you check results before buying.
- The step-by-step wizard is short.
- It handles many card brands and other drive types.
- It doesn't alter the original files on the card.
Cons
- The demo can't save recovered files. You need the full version for that.
- It is listed for Mac OS X 10.5.x and above, and the vendor's pages mention versions only up to Yosemite. Check compatibility if your Mac is much newer.
- If you use Windows, you need the separate Windows version.
FAQs
Can I recover files that are no longer in the Trash?
Yes. Deleted files usually remain on the card until they are overwritten, and the scan looks for them there.
Can I try it before buying?
Yes. The demo version lets you see and evaluate the recovery results. Saving the recovered data needs the full version.
Does it work on Windows?
Not this edition. The vendor has a separate Windows version for Windows 10 down to XP.
Which cards does it support?
The vendor names Kingston, Transcend, HP, Sony, Toshiba, Samsung, Kodak, Panasonic and Fujifilm, among others.
System requirements
- Mac OS X 10.5.x and above (Leopard, Snow Leopard, Lion)
- Listed in our records: 1 GB RAM minimum (2 GB recommended) and 50 MB of disk space for installation