What DataNumen does

DataNumen, Inc. is a privately held, founder-owned data recovery software company founded in 2001 and headquartered in Hong Kong, with additional entities registered in Sheridan, Wyoming (North America) and Covent Garden, London (Europe). The company develops and markets 35+ specialized software products that repair corrupted or damaged digital files, spanning Microsoft Office documents (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), email systems (Outlook, Outlook Express, Exchange, OST/PST), databases (SQL Server, Oracle, DBF), archive/backup formats (BKF, ZIP, TAR, CAB, RAR), images and documents (PDF, DWG, PSD, STL), and general file recovery. Underlying these products is a set of proprietary recovery algorithms that the company claims deliver a 93.34% verified success rate on Access databases — the highest in its self-reported comparison — built and refined over more than two decades.

Name

DataNumen

Legal name

DataNumen, Inc.

Website

https://datanumen.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DataNumen develops and sells 35+ specialized data recovery software products for corrupted Office, email, database, archive, and image files, serving both individual consumers and Fortune 500 enterprises globally via perpetual licenses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Data Recovery Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Software Publishers (513210)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Processing & Data Preparation (7374)

akta.pro primary industry

Backup & Recovery Software (HDABAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Backup & DR Software Implementation & Managed Platforms (BPAEALAI), Replication & Data Protection (CDP, Snapshots, Sync) (HDABAIAG), Database Tools & Ecosystem (Replication, Backup/Recovery, HA/DR, Monitoring) (HDAEAAAO)

Keywords

• Data recovery software
• Database repair tools
• Email recovery software
• Office file repair
• Archive file recovery

Headquarters

HQ city

Central

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Licenses: One-time perpetual license sales for individual software products. Each product (Access Repair, Outlook Repair, SQL Recovery, etc.) is sold as a standalone license with volume discounts available for multiple licenses. No subscription required - customers pay once and own the license.
2. Volume Licensing: Tiered pricing structure offering significant per-unit discounts for larger license quantities. Pricing tiers range from 1 license (USD 199.95) down to 500+ licenses (USD 29.95 per unit), enabling land-and-expand revenue growth from initial enterprise deployments.
3. Professional Data Recovery Services: Professional data recovery services offered alongside software products for complex recovery scenarios requiring specialized intervention beyond software capabilities.
4. SDK Licensing: Software Development Kit licensing for developers and companies wanting to embed DataNumen's recovery technologies into their own products or internal systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DataNumen develops and sells 35+ specialized data recovery software products that repair corrupted files across Microsoft Office formats (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint), email systems (Outlook PST/OST, Outlook Express, Exchange EDB), databases (SQL Server, Oracle, DBF), archive/backup formats (BKF, ZIP, TAR, CAB, RAR), images/documents (PDF, DWG, PSD, STL), and media files (WAV). The company also offers a Software Development Kit (SDK) enabling developers to embed its recovery technology into third-party applications, alongside professional data recovery services for complex scenarios. Products are sold as perpetual licenses with volume discounts, targeted at both individual users and Fortune 500 enterprises.

Product overview

DataNumen is a comprehensive data recovery software company offering 35+ specialized products organized into distinct categories. The portfolio includes dedicated single-file-type repair tools (Access Repair, Excel Repair, Word Repair, PowerPoint Recovery, Outlook Repair, SQL Recovery, PDF Repair, ZIP Repair, etc.), integrated recovery suites (Office Repair, Database Recovery, Archive Repair combining multiple related formats), system utilities (Disk Image, Backup, NTFS Undelete), and a Software Development Kit for enterprise developers. The company positions itself as a leader in data recovery technologies with products serving both individual consumers and enterprise customers across MS Office files, email systems, databases, archives, and media files. Notable enterprise customers include Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, HSBC, Wells Fargo, PepsiCo, and Unilever.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DataNumen Access Repair: Flagship product for repairing corrupted Microsoft Access databases with verified 93.34% success rate
• DataNumen SQL Recovery
• DataNumen Outlook Repair
• DataNumen Exchange Recovery
• DataNumen Excel Repair
• DataNumen Word Repair
• DataNumen PDF Repair
• DataNumen Zip Repair
• DataNumen Oracle Recovery
• DataNumen DBF Repair

Products and services

• DataNumen Access Repair Flagship database repair tool that recovers corrupted Microsoft Access databases (MDB/ACCDB files) with a verified 93.34% success rate, restoring tables, queries, indexes, relationships, and deleted records. Targeted at enterprise and individual users managing Access databases.
• DataNumen Excel Repair Repairs corrupted or damaged Microsoft Excel files (XLS, XLW, XLSX formats), recovering spreadsheet data from corrupted workbooks for individual and enterprise users.
• DataNumen Word Repair Repairs and recovers corrupt Microsoft Word documents (DOC and DOCX files), restoring document content and formatting for individual and business users.
• DataNumen PowerPoint Recovery Repairs damaged Microsoft PowerPoint presentation files, recovering slides, content, and formatting for individual and business users.
• DataNumen Outlook Repair Repairs and recovers corrupt Microsoft Outlook data files (PST), restoring emails, contacts, calendars, and other mailbox data for individual and enterprise email users.
• DataNumen Outlook Express Repair Specialized tool for repairing corrupted Outlook Express database files and recovering mailbox content.
• DataNumen Outlook Express Undelete Recovers deleted emails and items from Outlook Express databases.
• DataNumen Outlook Express Drive Recovery Recovers Outlook Express data from damaged or corrupted drive media.
• DataNumen Exchange Recovery Recovers corrupted Microsoft Exchange database files and mailbox data from EDB databases for enterprise IT teams.
• DataNumen Outlook Drive Recovery Specialized recovery tool for Outlook drive files and associated data storage.
• DataNumen Outlook Password Recovery Recovers lost or forgotten Outlook PST passwords and unlocks protected mailbox files.
• DataNumen OST to PST Converter Converts Outlook Offline Storage Table (OST) files to Personal Storage Table (PST) format for mailbox migration and recovery.
• DataNumen BKF Repair Repairs corrupted Microsoft Backup (BKF) files, recovering data from damaged backup archives for IT teams.
• DataNumen Zip Repair Repairs corrupted ZIP archive files and extracts recoverable content from damaged zip archives.
• DataNumen TAR Repair Repairs corrupted TAR archive files used in Unix/Linux environments.
• DataNumen CAB Repair Repairs damaged CAB (Cabinet) archive files used in Windows installation packages.
• DataNumen RAR Repair Repairs corrupted RAR archive files and recovers data from damaged compressed archives.
• DataNumen SQL Recovery Repairs corrupted Microsoft SQL Server database files (MDF/NDF), recovering tables, stored procedures, indexes, and other database objects for enterprise IT teams.
• DataNumen DBF Repair Repairs corrupt dBase, FoxBase, FoxPro, and Visual FoxPro DBF database files.
• DataNumen Oracle Recovery Recovers corrupt Oracle database DBF files and restores database objects from damaged Oracle databases.
• DataNumen PDF Repair Repairs corrupted PDF documents and recovers content from damaged PDF files.
• DataNumen DWG Recovery Recovers corrupted AutoCAD DWG drawing files and restores CAD design data for engineering and design professionals.
• DataNumen PSD Repair Repairs damaged Adobe Photoshop PSD files and recovers image layers and editing data for design professionals.
• DataNumen STL Repair Repairs corrupted STL (3D printing) files and restores 3D model data.
• DataNumen Data Recovery General-purpose data recovery software that scans and recovers lost or deleted files from various storage media including hard drives, USB drives, and memory cards.
• DataNumen NTFS Undelete Recovers deleted files from NTFS-formatted drives by scanning the NTFS file system for traces of deleted data.
• DataNumen Office Repair Integrated suite combining repair capabilities for all Microsoft Office file formats including Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint in a single product.
• DataNumen Database Recovery Comprehensive database repair suite covering Microsoft Access, SQL Server, Oracle, DBF, and other database formats in one unified solution.
• DataNumen Archive Repair All-in-one archive repair solution supporting BKF, ZIP, TAR, CAB, and RAR file formats for comprehensive backup and compressed file recovery.
• DataNumen Disk Image Creates bit-level disk images and clones of hard drives for backup and forensic recovery purposes.
• DataNumen Backup Backup software solution for creating and managing data backup operations.
• DataNumen File Splitter Utility for splitting large files into smaller segments for easier storage and transfer.
• DataNumen MDF Viewer Viewing utility for examining Microsoft SQL Server database MDF files without requiring SQL Server installation.
• DataNumen FIT Repair Repairs FIT file formats used in fitness tracking and sports monitoring devices.
• DataNumen WAV Repair Repairs corrupted WAV audio files and recovers audio data from damaged sound recordings.
• DataNumen Software Development Kit (SDK) Software Development Kit enabling developers to integrate DataNumen's proprietary data recovery technologies into third-party applications and enterprise systems, targeted at software developers, OEMs, and companies embedding recovery capabilities into their own products.
• Professional Data Recovery Services Professional data recovery services offered alongside software products for complex recovery scenarios requiring specialized intervention beyond software capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93.34% verified success rate for Access database recovery - industry highest
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers27 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Simple Partner Program ParticipantsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReferral-only partner program where individuals refer customers to purchase DataNumen products. No signup or website required. Partners earn money through various payment methods including PayPal, Google Pay, Alipay, WeChat Payment, and international wire transfer.
• Affiliate Partner Program ParticipantsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWebsite owners can join affiliate program to earn money by selling DataNumen products. Open to individuals with personal home pages up to magazines, portals, and stores.
• Enterprise Solution PartnerscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStrategic partners providing enterprise solutions. Together with partners, DataNumen offers expertise and resources for organizations to mitigate data loss, optimize operations, and elevate customer satisfaction.
• Reseller PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorResellers generate additional income by joining the world's largest and most successful data recovery product reseller program. Simple enrollment process.
• Resource PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWebsites providing enriching content and invaluable assets to DataNumen's online community. These sites augment offerings and empower audience with broader spectrum of relevant insights and knowledge.
• Forbes Technology CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlan Chen, President & CEO of DataNumen, is an official member of this invitation-only organization comprised of leading CIOs, CTOs and technology executives.
• Fast Company Executive BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlan Chen is an official member of this vetted organization of senior executives, founders, business owners, and industry experts defining the future of business.
• Entrepreneur Leadership NetworkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive program where selected industry experts can reach Entrepreneur.com's millions of engaged readers. Provides marketing visibility.
• International Professional Data Recovery Association (IPDRA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation helping organizations and individuals who have lost data by connecting them with qualified data recovery companies and experts.
• FastSpringcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSecure payment processor used for online transactions. One of the primary payment servers handling credit card transactions.
• PayProGlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSecure payment processor used for online transactions and order processing.
• BMT MicrocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReseller accepting phone orders and processing transactions. Also handles purchase orders and serves as primary phone order contact for enterprise customers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stellar Data Recovery: Stellar offers a comparable suite of data recovery and file repair software covering Office, email, databases, and storage media. It competes head-to-head with DataNumen in the same product categories and customer segments.
• Kernel Data Recovery: Kernel provides file and database recovery tools including Access, SQL, Outlook, and Exchange repair. Its product positioning and target customers overlap directly with DataNumen's enterprise and SMB segments.
• EaseUS: EaseUS offers data recovery, backup, and partition management software with a strong consumer and SMB focus. Its free-tier strategy and broad product line make it a frequent alternative to DataNumen in the same buying decisions.
• MiniTool: MiniTool provides data recovery, backup, and partition tools aimed at both individual and enterprise buyers. Its range of recovery and storage products competes directly with DataNumen's data recovery and backup lines.
• SysTools: SysTools develops recovery, migration, and conversion utilities for email, database, and cloud platforms including PST, OST, Access, and SQL. It serves similar IT and enterprise customers with overlapping file-repair offerings.
• R-Tools Technology (R-Studio): R-Studio is a well-known data recovery suite for hard drives, RAID, and network-attached storage. It targets professional IT users and competes with DataNumen's general data recovery and NTFS undelete products.
• iMyFone / D-Back: iMyFone's D-Back product line offers data recovery for PCs, mobile devices, and Office files. It targets a similar SMB and prosumer buyer with comparable file-repair use cases.

Broad incumbents

• Ontrack: Ontrack, part of KLDiscovery, is a major incumbent offering both managed data recovery services and software for enterprise customers. It competes with DataNumen across professional services and software, but at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• DriveSavers: DriveSavers provides professional data recovery services for storage media including hard drives, SSDs, and mobile devices. It competes with DataNumen in the high-end professional recovery services tier rather than software sales.
• CCleaner / Piriform (Recuva): Recuva, part of the Gen Digital (CCleaner) portfolio, offers free and paid data recovery tools aimed at consumers. It competes with DataNumen at the consumer end of the recovery market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DataNumen
• Facebookfacebook.com/DataNumen
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/datanumen

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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