How can I recover permanently deleted files on Windows 10?

The good news is that in many cases, those files aren’t truly “gone” — they’re just marked as free space by Windows, and with the right tools, you still have a solid chance to recover them.

First, if you had File History or system restore points enabled, it’s worth checking whether a previous version of the folder exists. Just right-click on the folder where the files were stored and choose “Restore previous versions.”

Detailed guide here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7-xTkF58Bk&t=11s

But if that doesn’t work — and especially if no backup was made — your best option is to use data recovery software. Microsoft created a free file recovery tool, but its command-line interface can be a bit scary for users who aren't very tech-savvy.