Advanced board-level recovery from dead, broken and water-damaged iPhones — photos, messages and contacts back, even when a repair shop says no.
iPhone Data Recovery UK
Expert Services from Data Clinic
Data Clinic are the UK’s leading specialists in iPhone data recovery. We recover precious photos, videos, contacts, text messages, WhatsApp media, documents, and notes from physically damaged, faulty, or unresponsive iPhones – even when others say it’s impossible.
We successfully recover data from iPhones that have been smashed, bent, crushed, run over, intentionally broken, water damaged, or fire damaged. Our advanced lab techniques go far beyond what high street phone repair shops can offer.
If your iPhone won’t turn on, has a smashed screen, shows the Apple logo forever, or has been declared “beyond repair” elsewhere – contact us today for a professional second opinion and data recovery assessment.
What Data We Can Recover from Your iPhone
We specialise in retrieving:
- Photos and videos (including from the native Camera Roll)
- Contacts
- Text messages (SMS/iMessage)
- WhatsApp messages and media
- Notes
- Documents and other native app data
Important limitations – We cannot recover data stored in non-native iPhone apps, such as third-party galleries, banking apps, crypto wallets, or similar encrypted/external services. If it’s non-native app data you need, contact us as we may be able to repair your phone back to a working condition allowing you to extract your data.
Important Conditions and When Recovery May Not Be Possible
- We require your passcode to access and recover data (unless your iPhone is an iPhone 4 or older).
- If the iPhone has been factory reset, data no longer exists on the device – recovery is not possible.
- Too many incorrect passcode attempts resulting in “iPhone Unavailable” means we cannot recover data.
- If files were permanently deleted and the phone has been heavily used since, recovery is unlikely.
- We will not return your phone – it will be completely dismantled as part of the data recovery process.
- For data in non-native apps, we can offer a custom repair/rebuild to temporarily access the app (but no guarantees on long-term phone functionality due to prior stress on chips).
Our iPhone Data Recovery Process
Data Clinic Ltd – Our Latest Trustpilot Reviews
Recovered External Drive
After an external hard drive failure on my home PC, Data Clinic successfully recovered my files and put them on a replacement drive. My experience with DC was excellent, all the staff I spoke to were efficient and helpful. I would 100% recommend Data Clinic.
My 1TB external drive drop on the floor…
My 1TB external drive drop on the floor at home and the drive heads got damaged and I take the drive to a company that I'm not going to mention they name but after they done the diagnostic test they to me to recovery the data would cost me £2400 and I told them no way then after I got back the drive from them they called me 2 days after and said they will drop the price from £2400 down to £1500 so that tells me that they wanted to scam or something and other companies prices was high and I didn't want to send my hard drive to different companies. Next day I googled and found Data clinic And the first phone call and the information they give me I was happy. The lady on the phone sent me a PDF File with a break down of all the prices for recovery and for hard drive repairs. They Recovered 90 to 95% of my files And the price I Paid Data clinic to repair my hard drive and to recovered the data and transfer to a new hard drive was cheaper than the first company that wanted to scam me . Data clinic price was lower than the £2400 and the £1500 . Data clinic services is on point and I would use them again if I have any issues and I would recommend Data clinic service 100%
Honeymoon pictures rescued
I dropped my "waterproof" phone in a swimming pool while abroad. Because I was roaming, nothing was backing up to the cloud, meaning the entirety of our honeymoon memories were trapped on the device. Thinking the phone was waterproof, I did everything you’re not supposed to do—I tried turning it on and plugging it in to charge. It overheated so badly that I was certain I had destroyed the phone and lost everything. Despite the massive damage I caused, the experts at Data Clinic managed to recover every single byte of information! The logistics were incredibly smooth. From my initial contact, they arranged a next-day courier and didn't take a penny in payment until they confirmed the device was physically in their hands. My only constructive feedback is regarding their communication during the actual repair. After that initial confirmation, things went completely quiet for about three weeks with no ETA. Handing over your phone and PIN to a third party requires a lot of trust, and the radio silence definitely made me worry. However, I really didn't need to panic. Out of the blue, they contacted me to say everything was recovered, and just 24 hours later, a memory stick arrived with all my data. Highly recommended, even if your phone seems completely beyond saving! Thanks Janice and Mohammed - you have been so pleasant and helpful. And thanks to the entire DataClinic team.
I cannot recommend this team enough
I cannot recommend this team enough. Chris and Janice and the team went above and beyond to help me retrieve data lost from my phone and as it was mostly charity work they even fixed my phone as a donation to the charity. I was so anxious and I am sure drove them mad with my questions and there were some issues backing up the data due to my settings but Janice was there calm and kind every step of the way reassuring me and they overcame every hurdle and everything was found. A 5 star personal, human and kind service which is rare but so talented and professional as well. Thank you all so much. Amazing customer service.
A very smooth experience from start to …
A very smooth experience from start to finish. I had a large music collection I thought I’d lost forever. I phoned them up and the process was clearly explained to me. They got my drive on the 4/8/26 and I got my data back on the 11/8/26. I got all of my data apart from one file that they reported was damaged so a fantastic result for me. Very reasonable price and very pleased with the quick service. The only negative was that the online payment system is not very mobile phone friendly and I had to call them to make the payment but apart from that i am super pleased I chose them. I would certainly recommend this company to everyone.
Brilliant service
Brilliant service. Janice and the lab team are outstanding. Good communication and updates throughout. Files on 2 discs were retrieved, 1 with new heads needed. Good pricing - transparent and competitive. They've been amazing. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again or to recommend them.
Communication was engaging
Communication was engaging. The services offered, potential cost and timescales were clear at the outset. The courier collection and delivery were managed well. A good experience and a positive outcome.
A very effective service
My iPhone completely bricked on holiday and I tried everything, even a new screen but I couldn’t get it to work. I thought I had lost all my holiday photos but Data Clinic managed to recover everything that was on the phone and I couldn’t be happier! They are very friendly and knowledgeable and the service is very in depth. They are honest and upfront about costs and will outline the whole process for you. I would definitely recommend instead of trying to take apart the phone yourself, it’s worth the money!
Highly recommend Data Clinic
Janice and the team at data clinic have been brilliant through the whole process of helping recover my drive. i was really impressed they could show me my drive contents virtually and get everything back to me very quickly. I would highly recommend! Josh
Amazing service by the team and…
Amazing service by the team and especially Mohammad. My SSD was taken for emergency recovery within the same day and satisfactory results were delivered. Highly recommend these guys if you value your data!
Really satisfied with the service from…
Really satisfied with the service from start to finish. I've contacted multiple companies around Manchester which all quoted £400 - 700.00 with turn around time of minimum 1 week, where as they've completed this within 3 - 4 working days for less than £300.00 Huge thanks to Janice and the Tech team.
Top notch communication and service
Top notch communication and service. My hard drive fell onto the carpet and started beeping. My laptop registered a hard drive was connected but no files would appear. Janice at Data Clinic was amazing to correspond with via phone and email - she made the entire process from first phone call to receiving all files recovered on a new hard drive the following week (I paid for the priority service) as seamless as possible. Worth every penny. I highly recommend Data Clinic.
Our Proven iPhone Data Recovery Levels
We use a tiered approach based on damage severity – this ensures transparent pricing and the highest chance of success.
Level 1 iPhone Data Recovery
Handles issues with peripheral components like the screen, battery, charging port, power lines, and buttons.
Typical cases: Smashed screens, faulty charging ports, power issues, damaged chassis.
Around 60% of recoveries are completed successfully at this level.
Note: Level 1 costs are payable regardless of outcome.
Level 2 iPhone Data Recovery
Required when the logic board (motherboard) has damage or faults. Our technicians use advanced techniques including micro soldering, ultrasonic baths, chip replacements, and more to fix complex internal issues.
Typical cases: Bent devices, run-over phones, liquid damage, fire damage, heavy impact.
Note: Level 2 costs are only payable upon successful recovery.
Level 3 iPhone Data Recovery (CPU Swap)
If Level 2 cannot resolve multiple or unlocatable faults, we assess for Level 3 – removing the data-holding chips (including CPU) from your logic board and transplanting them into a donor working board. This specialist work is only recommended when viable – your technician will advise after assessment.
Key Points for All iPhone Recovery Services
- Your iPhone will be fully dismantled during the process.
- Your phone will not be returned.
- Recovered data is provided securely on a USB memory stick.
- All work is carried out in our UK labs by experienced technicians.
Why Choose Data Clinic Over High Street Shops?
High street repair shops often stop at basic fixes and lack the tools/expertise for logic board-level work. We’ve recovered data from thousands of severely damaged iPhones since 2002 – using forensic-grade equipment that high street shops simply don’t have.
Don’t accept “it’s unrecoverable” without our expert assessment. Many clients come to us after being turned away elsewhere.
Ready to Recover Your iPhone Data?
Contact Data Clinic today – call our UK team or submit your details for a free initial assessment and quote. We offer free collection from any UK address.
We understand how distressing data loss can be – especially irreplaceable photos and memories. Let our specialists help.
Specific iPhone Failure Modes
- iPhone Water Damage Data Recovery
- iPhone stuck on the Apple logo (boot loop)
- iPhone showing “No Service” after water damage
- iPhone won’t turn on — recover your photos
More Information
iPhone Not Charging or Connecting to PC / Mac
This problem may be related to the iPhone charging port located at the very bottom of the phone. This area of electronics is tasked with the power throughput to allow the battery to charge and the connection interface, if these features are no longer correctly working then the changing port maybe be damaged or faulty.
iPhone Stuck on the Apple Logo
A common occurrence that has many different causes. Unfortunately it’s not possible to determine which cause without specialist equipment and physical examination of the iPhone. This problem can sometimes be solved with a simple reboot of the device or if it is something more serious may need specialist equipment or replacement parts in order to gain normal operational access once again. Our technicians have solved many cases of “My iPhone is stuck on the apple logo” over the last couple of years from all versions of iPhone.
If you have this issue, we encourage consulting an expert in iPhone data recovery and to avoid performing too many internet DIY fixes, which can result in data destruction. Call us on the number above or fill in the form to your right.
iPhone Dead & Showing No Sign of Life
Another common enquiry here at Data Clinic, this problem can have many root causes including something as simple as the on/off button is not working correctly, a hardware failure such as the iPhone screen being physical damaged, the battery being dead and unable to take charge, or a more serious hardware failure. Many of the internet related DIY fixes such as ‘Leave your iPhone charging overnight’ will not work and from our experience the root cause is usually based in the internals of the device.
A photo of a severely liquid damaged iPhone. After intensive work, we were able to fully recover the data from this phone.
Water and Liquid Damage
We are the UK’s leading experts at recovering data from iPhones with liquid / water damage. Go here if you require data from a water or liquid damaged iPhones.
Case Study: Here’s a teardown of a water damaged iPhone XS that we repaired and recovered the data from.
Red Screen of Death (caused mostly by Water Damage)
The red screen of death as it is commonly known is one of the more serious iPhone failures and in most cases indicates the iPhone has suffered a hardware fault. Our technicians usually encounter this issue with water damaged phones and have in many cases been able to gain access to the phones to extract the data stored. If your iPhone has been submerged in liquid we recommend refraining from powering the phone and seeking expert advice immediately. If you attempt to power this on, you can be causing damage which can lead to shorts in the circuitry. Our technicians recommend you do not power a water damaged iPhone using the original submerged battery as this can also lead to serious electrical surges within the phone.
Our technicians have all the skills and equipment required to deal with a water damaged iPhone and will take initial measures to decontaminate the phone using our specialist ultrasonic cleaning equipment.
Horizontal Grey Lines on iPhone Screen
If your iPhone is suffering from this fault you may have a fault screen or one of the internal connections is not correctly in place or damaged. We have encountered many customers with such a problem which usually occurred during a knock or fall, whilst this may not be the most serious of issues it may render the touch functionality of the screen inoperable meaning you will not be able to unlock the phone to gain access or to connect it fully to iTunes to perform a backup or recovery.
We have parts for almost all of the iPhones out there, including specialist digitizers and internal proximity sensors.
iPhone Stuck in Recovery Mode (DFU Mode)
This common problem can be caused (but not limited to) the following issues:
- You have placed the iPhone in recovery mode by mistake or trying to fix a previous problem
- You have tried to jailbreak you iPhone and something went wrong with the process or the iPhone lost power during the update operation
- You were performing a iOS update and something went wrong (possibly insufficient storage)
The fastest way to repair this failure is to perform a factory reset, but if you have not performed any backups of the data recently then this will not be an option as you will lose your data. There are many low priced software packages on the internet claiming to solve this issue, but many do not. We can correctly diagnose the cause and deal with it accordingly whilst also preserving your data.
Failed iOS Upgrade
If your iOS update was interrupted by a power failure, had insufficient storage or if the device encountered boot issues/error codes, your recovery options maybe limited. However, our technicians have had many successful recoveries from such cases in the past and reunited customer’s with valuable family photos, video’s and application data from their iPhones.
Our Methods of iPhone Recovery
We use a variety of techniques to recover the data from your iPhone – and the problem your phone has dictates what technique we will use to recover it’s data. Sometimes there may not be any physical damage to the phone and the fault may be due to a corruption with iPhone’s memory or file storage, other times the phone may be physically broken and require us to remove the memory and file storage chips and read the data from them before reconstructing it back to how it was before the iPhone broke.
In almost all instances, Data Clinic are able to successfully repair and recover the data from iPhones whatever the problem. Contact us on 0800 151 2207 or use the ‘Get A Quote’ button above to get in touch and we’ll contact you.
Advanced iPhone Reconstruction and Rebuilds
Data Clinic provide an advanced reconstruction and rebuild service for damaged iPhones. This is not a data recovery service, instead this service returns the phone to a working condition whilst preserving the data. It is ideal for various organisations that have their own in house data recovery / analysis procedures.
Dependent on the extent of damaged to the iPhone, our reconstruction and rebuild process may use many of the advanced data recovery techniques at our disposal.
Follow this link to find our more about our process of rebuilding and reconstructing damaged phones back to a working condition whilst preserving the data.
Data Clinic Locations
We have many data recovery locations across the UK. You are welcome to drop off but will need to book an appointment first.
Alternatively use our Free Collection service that picks up from ANY UK address.
New London House, EC3V 9LJ
The Mount, Belfast, BT6 8DD
11, St. Paul’s Square, Birmingham, B3 1RB
Castlemead, Bristol, BS1 3AG
Tay House, 300 Bath Street G2 4JR
Building 3, Gelderd Road, Leeds, LS12 6LN
Horton House, Exchange Street East, Liverpool, L2 3PF
The Pavilions, Bridge Hall Lane, Bury, BL9 7NX
Rotterdam House, 116 Quayside, NE1 3DY
Victory House, 400 Pavilion Drive, NN4 7PA
The Balance, 2 Pinfold Street, Sheffield S1 2GU
Basepoint, Andersons Road, Southampton, SO14 5FE
