Undelete Files

"Hello, I accidentally deleted a Word document that I need for a project and emptied the recycle bin before I realized what I did. How can I undelete file after I empty the recycle bin?"

Windows marks files for deletion and removes them from the file system database when you delete them. This doesn't mean they are immediately gone and you have no chance to undelete these lost files. In fact, all that initially happens when you delete a file is Windows makes note that the space occupied by the file is listed as available space for storing new information. Until something new is written to the part of the drive where that old file was stored, your file is still there and you can undelete it with undelete freeware. Depending on how many sectors that file occupies, pieces of the file could exist on your drive for a very long time. If you very recently deleted the file, there's an excellent chance you will recover it, especially if you haven't downloaded a bunch of new files or created several gigabytes of data. The trick is finding the right tool to get them back.

For simple recovery of deleted files, one of the easiest solutions is easy recovery software - Data Recovery Wizard Free Edition. The application works by scanning your hard drive for sectors containing files marked for deletion and then copying the files to space on your hard drive the operating system has marked as available disk space. When you run a scan with free Data Recovery Wizard, it will find thousands of files on your hard drive, most of which are temporary files deleted when your browser cache is emptied. The "Search files" and "Find file by name" options make it easy to identify files by either file size or alphabetically by filename if you already know what you're looking for.

Undelete file freeware

Deleted File Recovery - It can undelete data in instances of file lost by accidental deletion.

Complete Recovery - Designed to undelete files from hard drives formatted, file system crashed, and without drive letters on FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS and EXT2/EXT3(Professional version only) file systems.

Partition Recovery - This module is designed for data recovery from Hard Disks with hidden partitions, crashed file system, mistakenly deleted or damaged partitions, drives with failed operation/file system, drives suffered from virus.

Key Features:

    Undelete files & folders emptied from Recycle Bin or use of Shift+Del key.
    Unformat partition from hard drives formatted on FAT 16, FAT32, NTFS and EXT2/EXT3(Professional version only) file systems.
    Recover files & folders deleted through Windows Command Line or from DOS.
    Recover/Unerase temporary backup files created by applications like Word, Photoshop etc.
    Support localized and long filenames.
    File recovery from deleted partition, lost or missing partition or formatted logical drive.
    File recovery from 'Ghosted' (or 'imaged') hard disk drives.
    File recovery from repartitioned (such as Partition Magic resize partition error) drives.

EASEUS Offers the most comprehensive file undelete and unerase software: Data Recovery Wizard for Windows.

File Recovery

Having a hard drive or system crash coupled with data loss can be a complete nightmare for experienced and newbie users. If the file loss is not mechanical, but in fact a software issue, that file can be recovered with a low level of effort. If the failure is mechanical, and a hard drive has failed (i.e. makes clicking or banging noises and does not allow for booting, etc), professional file recovery becomes necessary.

When you have encountered an occasion when you need file recovery, act quickly, and DO NOT PANIC. Also, proceed with caution. The loss can be as simple as searching your computer's Recycle Bin. As well, you can try data recover software, such as Data Recovery Wizard, which are very effective in recovering your files.

File Recovery Tips

One thing that cannot be overstated is that if you hear noises or your hard drive is calling up serious errors - SHUT DOWN your computer immediately! At this point, only a data recovery professional company should be examining your drive. And keep in mind that the longer you run your system, the more likely your data will be permanently lost.

Back Up Is King

Although most people understand that backing up is the key to recovering files and data in cases of mechanical or software data loss, few do it. Having a comprehensive, and we cannot stress this enough - consistent - backup plan can save your company thousands of dollars when your hard drive inevitably fails. The fact is, your hard drive is a mechanical device, and although hard disks are remarkably well crafted today, they still fail. The question is, is it going to happen today, or ten years from now. Backing up consistently means you will always have a strong degree of safety. So, for better data security, our free backup software - EASEUS Todo Backup will help you a lot. It provides easy-to-use interface to backup and restore your system, disk and partition in a few minutes.

Utility and Data Recovery Software Programs

While utilities are great for fixing minor hard disk and data problems, they are a double edged sword in the area of data recovery.

First of all, understand that if your drive is making loud or strange sounds, DO NOT USE A UTILITY. Turning off your computer immediately and contacting a data recovery professional company are likely your only recourse. This is because using your hard drive while it is making noises can cause permanent damage that even the best data recovery service will not be able to fix.

If you do not have a mechanical issue, a file recovery utility program may be a good choice. But, always use caution when using such a program, ensure you always do not save recovery files in source drive.

An Important Warning Regarding Your Hard Drive

Never, ever, attempt to open your hard disk drive by yourself. In fact, breaking the seal can damage many drives beyond repair, making your ability to recover data completely non-existent. This is because data drives are extremely specialized pieces of electronic equipment, and the slightest hint of dust or dirt will destroy the drive's integrity very quickly. So if someone asks to open your hard drive, think again. Only trust professional company with what is called a "clean room" to open your drive. Specialized equipment is key for this operation, and only professional data recovery companies can do this.

Disaster Tips

If your systems have been subjected to fire, flood or mechanical damage, it is best to leave your hardware as is, and to NOT attempt fixing any problems yourself. Attempting to clean or operate obviously damaged equipment can all but destroy your chances of file recovery.

An Easy Fix For File Recovery?

Believe us, it happens to everybody. Sometimes data loss can actually be as simple as a damaged or disconnected power cord or drive cable. These problems will be obvious to the naked eye, and can be looked at without the aid of a file recovery professional.

Here are some good tips when looking for an electrical/hardware issue:

Shut down the system - Attempting to check hardware while it has electricity running through it is always a bad move.

Try a new cord or cable - Sometimes, a broken down system may just be suffering from an iffy IDE drive cable or a power cord. Having replacements on hand can save you lots of time and money.

Make sure cords are plugged in tightly - Again, because your system may always be on, simple vibrations or change in room temperature can cause cables to loosen. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the cables (while being very careful of the drive pins), which can sometimes fix the problem.

Here are some practices to avoid while assessing the damage:

If you suspect an electrical short or mechanical damage to your hard disk, do not use file or data recovery software. This can ensure your data loss is permanent.

If your hard drive is physically damaged, DO NOT use it or the system it is connected to. Send it to professional data recovery company.

Watching Errors - A Key To Data Loss Prevention

Consistent application and operating system errors may be more than just a software or driver issue. Beware of constant error messages, even if they appear minor. The fact is, the appearance of consistent errors is an excellent sign that you are due for a file backup. Keep in mind that these minor errors often morph into a full-blown data disaster.

Why Data Recovery Software?

Have you ever spent hours on a document, but suddenly the power goes out, and you discover that you failed to save your document and lost everything you'd worked on? Have you ever met when you turned on your computer and found that a virus had wiped much of your hard drive clean? Perhaps you've even deleted an email out of your trash bin, but you found that you desperately needed the information for work? All of these are very real problems and the Data Recovery Software is an equally real solution for all of them.

Through the data recovery software you can recover files that are compressed and encrypted. You can perform data recovery on deleted emails, recover files from hard drives located within a network or create image files of your hard drive for easier data recovery.

With the latest generation of the data recovery software you can also recover files that have been deleted from your recycle bin, files that have become damaged or files that are stored on a hard drive, CD or DVD that has developed bad sectors.

Today's data recovery software typically supports multiple types of hard drives and removable media, including USB drives, CDs and so on.

But the best thing to data recovery in these days is that it's so easy to use. Frankly, today's software is so friendly for users. Anyone, whether amateur or expert, can find and retrieve data.

Never install the data recovery software on the drive that you attempt to recover data from. Always install and run the data recovery software on a separate drive, such as an external hard disk or flash drive.