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Best Mac Data Recovery Software for Memory Card

Steven
Written byStevenUpdated on Dec 22, 2025
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Before we start: Donemax Data Recovery for Mac is the best tool that can recover deleted or lost data from the memory card. It can even recover lost data from a formatted or inaccessible memory card on Mac. Download the software to recover data in any case immediately once you found there is data lost from memory card.

 

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Memory card is storage media often used in the digital camera, camcorder, smartphone, mp4 player, or other devices. Users use the memory card to store data and also users will transfer the data from the memory card to other devices. For example, after taking photos and video clips, camera users will transfer the photos/videos from memory card to Mac as backup or for further editing.

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However, there may be some issues that cause data loss on memory card. Fortunately, there is a great chance to get back the missing files from a memory card in most cases. The article will show you how to recover lost data from memory card on Mac with the most effective Mac data recovery software.

How to Recover Lost Data from Memory Card on Mac?

After losing data from the memory card in any case, you need to find a reliable data recovery tool if you want to get back important or precious photos/videos, or other files. As the best data recovery software, Donemax Data Recovery for Mac can help you recover lost data from a memory card effectively.

Donemax Data Recovery for Mac

  • Reliable and effective Mac data recovery software for memory card.
  • Support data recovery for HDD/SSD, USB flash drive and more.
  • Simple to recover deleted/lost photos, videos, documents and other files.
 

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Also, the software is very simple and can recover lost files with only a few clicks. If you want to recover lost data from a memory card with this software, please do it as follows step by step.

Step 1. Connect the memory card to the Mac machine. Run the data recovery software and choose the memory card from the device list.

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Step 2. Click the Scan button and the software will start the scan process directly. It will take some time to scan and please wait patiently.

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Step 3. The software will show you all the found files after the scan is done. Please check and choose the wanted files to recover and save to another card or drive.

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Main features of the Mac data recovery software

The most important feature of the software is data recovery. It can recover lost files from the USB flash drive, external hard drive, memory card, SSD on Mac. It's compatible with macOS Tahoe 26, macOS Sequoia 15, and other old Mac operating systems. The software support data recovery on both Intel-based or Apple Silicon Macs, including the latest M5 chip Macs.

The software can help you save and reload the scan result for further recovery. For example, after losing data from a card or drive, you have to use the software to scan it first. If the size is large, it will take a long time to scan. Also, you need more time to recover the files. If you don't have time or another drive to recover the files after the scan is done, you can save the scan result first. Then you can easily load the scan result to recover data without re-scanning it.

Also, the software provides an option to manage your hard drives on Mac. You can use it to format, mount, eject or do other fix operations for you hard drive on Mac. So you can mange your drives and do data recovery in the same software without opening other apps or utilities on Mac.

At last, the software offers the option to make a bootable installer for macOS. If you want to install the macOS on another Mac without internet connection, or want to make a installer quickly and easily, the software can help you. Just follow the wizard and create a macOS bootable installer within a few clicks.

If you lost data from a memory card or other devices, you can use Donemax Data Recovery for Mac to recover the data. After losing data, please stop using the drive/card immediately to avoid further damage to the lost files. Please download the software and try to recover the files as soon as possible.

Data Recovery for Memory Card Data Loss Scenarios

When using the memory card on a digital device or computer, there will be some issues that cause data loss on the memory card. For example:

Accidental File Deletion: It often happens and many users suffer such an issue. Some users will delete the files from the memory card if they think the files were backed up. However, if the files were not backed up or the backup is not successful, you will lose the files.

Formatted SD Card: If you wrongly click on the Format button in the camera or other devices, the memory card will be formatted and all the files will be removed. Also, when you erase the memory card on Mac, it will remove the files and format the card.

Malware Infection: If the memory card is infected by the virus, the data would be deleted or the card will be damaged. In such a case, you will also lose the files on the memory card by the virus attack.

Physical Damage: If the memory card would be physically damaged if it's dropped onto the floor or be crushed by a heavy object. Normally, the memory card will not be recognized.

SD Card Corruption: Like the other drives, if you want to access the memory card, you have to make sure the file system of the card is intact. However, the file system of the card would be damaged or corrupted due to some issues. Then you cannot access the card on camera or computer.

Power Failures: The issue will happen when you try to use the card but the power is not enough. Also, if you unplug the memory card when transferring data or it's still on and in use.

Partition lost on the memory card: If the space of the memory card is showing as unallocated on Mac, then the volume on the card is lost. You will also lose the files on the card.

If there are are files missing on a memory card, stop using the memory card immediately. It can help you protect the lost data from being further damaged. Then you can use a reliable data recovery software to retrieve the lost data as soon as possible.

Tips for Data Recovery and Security on Memory Card

To keep your data safe and make sure data recovery successful after data loss on memory card, it's necessary to check and take the following tips:

1. Back up data regularly.

After using the memory card, like taking photos or videos, it's better to back up or move the files to another storage device as soon as possible. If the files are important, back up them to multiple places.

2. Handle the memory card carefully.

When using the memory card on camera, don't unplug the battery suddenly without turning off the camera, especially when taking photos or videos. After using it on a computer, ensure to safely eject the card first. Then you remove it from the computer.

3. Use a high quality memory card.

To avoid damage to the data on a card, it's better to buy and use a reliable memory card from a well-known brand. Poor quality memory cards may frequently experience problems, leading to data corruption and loss.

4. Be careful to operate.

If you need to deleted files or format the memory card, think twice and ensure to select the right item. Especially when you format the memory card on a computer, ensure to disconnect the other external devices.

5. Recover data with effective software.

When you find data loss happened on a memory card, stop using it immediately. It can avoid further data and make the data recovery successfully. Also, a reliable and effective software can offer you best data recovery result. At last, recover files to another memory card or drive.

Conclusion:

The best thing is to avoid data loss on memory card. There are different ways to protect your data safe on memory card, like backing up and be careful to operate memory card. If data loss happened unfortunately, don't be panic. First, stop using the card immediately. Second, download and use a reliable data recovery software to scan and recover the lost data as soon as possible.

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Donemax Data Recovery for Mac

Donemax Data Recovery for Mac is one of the best Mac data recovery software. It is easy-to-use and can help in recovering deleted, formatted, inaccessible or lost data from Mac HDD/SSD, external disk, USB drive, SD card, camera or other storage devices.

 

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Steven
Contributing Writer

Steven

Steven has been a senior writer & editor of Donemax software since 2020. He's a super nerd and can't imagine the life without a computer. Over 6 years of experience of writing technical solutions and software tesing, he is passionate about providing solutions and tips for Windows and Mac users.

Gerhard Chou
Editor in chief

Gerhard Chou

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