Depending on the damage, you may want to be careful with your approach, for more on how to repair your GoPro video file, continue reading.
How do I know if my GoPro video is Corrupted?
If you believe that your GoPro video may be corrupted, look at for the following symptoms-
- Disturbances during the Video– Buffering, lag, stuttering, choppines, horizontal pink or green lines, or, broken audio.
- Display Issues– Pixelation, black, pink, or patches
- Missing footage– Parts of the video are missing, the video simply skips a few seconds. Look out for sudden cuts.
- Black Screen display– You see a black or green screen displayed for a few seconds or the entirety of the video.
- Unreadable Video File- The computer can’t read your video making it unplayable or undetectable.
How to Fix Corrupted GoPro Videos?
Fix Corrupted GoPro video with the in-built SOS feature
- Turn Off the GoPro camera
- Remove the battery and SD card
- Reinsert the battery and SD card (If there is any debris inside use an airgun to remove it)
- Turn on the GoPro camera and wait. If the SD card has a corrupted or damaged video you will notice a repair icon appear. (the icon may appear as a bicycle, a bandage, or a general repair icon)
- Press any button to repair your GoPro Videos.
Note: the HERO session and the HERO 4 session will repair video-corrupted files automatically
Fix Corrupted GoPro video with VLC media Plpayer
VLC media player is a free open-source software that is usually looked over. It is capable of playing most multimedia files and is compatible with various streaming protocols. VLC media player can also repair video files with minimal levels of corruption.
- Open VLC Media Player
- Click on Media in the top-left corner and click on Convert and Save
- Click on Add and select the corrupted GoPro video file
- Select the video format in the profile section.
- Select a destination location and enter a file name
- Click Start.
Repair Corrupt GoPro video Using a Professional Video Repair Tool
Step 1: Select MOV/MP4 or AVI Repair according to the GoPro Video file.
Step 2: Provide any healthy working GoPro video file of the same format as a sample and the corrupt video file.
Step 3: Click on the Repair button.
Step 4: After the completion of the repair process, Preview the repaired GoPro video file and Save it.
Note: If none of the above methods work please consult with a professional data recovery software.
Pro Tip: It is a good habit to regularly format your SD card once in a while to maintain a healthy file system
To Conclude
GoPros always have that risk of physical damage but are equally sturdy to withstand the elements. The GoPro has a very unique latch to access the battery and SD card compartment which may be challenging for new users. Always ensure that your camera is closed properly, make use of a case, and keep your laptop virus-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: How can I protect my Gopro Videos from damage?
- The latch used to access the battery and SD card compartment may be tricky to use for some. Ensure that you learn how to properly close the camera to protect it from debris, water, snow, and extreme temperatures.
- When transferring data from the camera to your laptop. Ensure that the system is virus-free and has antivirus software installed.
- Use your GoPro with an external case for extra protection.
2: How can I fix my GoPro video?
You can fix your GoPro Video by trying out the following-
- Using the GoPro SOS function
- Using VLC media player
- Using professional Video Repair Software
3. How do I find out if my GoPro Video is Corrupted?
The most common symptoms of a corrupt Gopro Video File are:
- The media file is unreadable
- The media file or SD card cannot be detected.
- The video stutters/
- Parts of the video are pixelated.
- The video displays a black screen from time to time while playing.
