About Us
Trusted Data Recovery Specialists.
At Five Star Data Recovery, we understand that losing data can be stressful, overwhelming, and sometimes even heartbreaking. Whether it's personal photos, important business documents, or critical client files, we know how valuable your data is — and we've built our business around helping you get it back.
Who We Are
At Five Star Data Recovery, we’re more than just engineers — we’re problem solvers dedicated to helping you recover what matters most. Based in Glendale, California, our team specializes in professional data recovery services for hard drives, SSDs, RAID systems, iPhones, USBs, and more.
With years of hands-on experience and a state-of-the-art Class 100 cleanroom lab, we’ve earned a reputation for delivering high success rates, honest diagnostics, and upfront pricing. Every case is handled by trained recovery experts who follow strict protocols to maximize the chances of success — all while maintaining full transparency with our clients.
We believe in doing things the right way — no gimmicks, no hidden fees, just skilled engineers working hard to recover your data as quickly and safely as possible.
How We Got Here
Five Star Data Recovery began as a small computer repair shop in 2012 (previously known as Platinum Plus Services), proudly serving our local community with everyday tech support. But everything changed when our founder, Vahan, faced a deeply personal challenge: helping a family member recover irreplaceable photos from a failed hard drive.
What started as a simple favor quickly turned into a mission. After years of hands-on training, research, and investment into advanced tools and cleanroom technology, Vahan transformed the company into a dedicated data recovery lab — now trusted by clients across the country.
That journey still guides us today. Every recovery case is handled with the same care and urgency that first inspired this path — because we know firsthand just how valuable your data truly is.
Our Dedication to Research & Development
At Five Star Data Recovery, innovation isn’t optional — it’s essential. We continuously invest in research and development to stay ahead of the latest storage technologies, firmware behaviors, and failure trends across hard drives, SSDs, and RAID systems.
From building proprietary tools to analyzing chip-level damage on the newest NAND architectures, our in-house team is always testing, learning, and refining recovery techniques. This commitment to R&D enables us to recover data from cases that others might consider “unrecoverable.”
Our lab isn’t just a workspace — it’s a place of constant experimentation and technical growth. Whether we’re reverse-engineering firmware modules or testing new soldering procedures, every advancement we make directly improves the outcomes for our clients.
Honesty, Integrity & Experience
Class 100 Cleanroom
Our state-of-the-art cleanroom meets industry standards, ensuring every physical recovery is performed in a contamination-free environment.
No Data, No Charge
We believe in complete transparency. If we can't recover your data, you pay nothing. (most cases)
Flat-Rate Pricing
No hidden fees, no surprises. Every case is quoted upfront so you always know exactly what you're paying before we begin.
Reviews from Satisfied Clients
Don't take our word for it. Here's what our clients have to say about their experience with Five Star Data Recovery.
“My drive was clicking like crazy and wouldn't mount. Five Star recovered 12 years of family photos. I'm beyond grateful.”
“I heard a hard drive clicking noise and panicked. These guys explained everything clearly, fixed it fast, and saved my client data.”
“We lost an entire wedding video project after formatting our Lacie Rugged SSD. Five Star Data Recovery recovered all the footage in less than 72 hours. Total lifesavers.”
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Whether you have a clicking drive, a corrupted SSD, or a failed RAID array — we're here to help. Start your recovery today.
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