Forum Discussion
Can I recover permanently deleted videos from pc Windows 11?
- Jan 14, 2025
For tech savvy, I suggest using the Aiseeesoft Data Recovery tool for recovering deleted videos on Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC. It focuses on recovering individual files, such as videos, from damaged or formatted drives.
I found it here: https://www.pctipdaily.com/how-to-recover-deleted-files
If some Windows File Recovery mentioned by others cannot completely solve your problem, here are some other methods you can try to help you recover deleted videos from computer Windows 10 or 11 and they are more suitable for different scenarios and needs.
1. Check file history
If you have enabled the file history feature of Windows before, you may be able to recover it easily:
- Right-click the folder location and select "Restore previous version".
- Check the listed backup date to find the version when the file was accidentally deleted.
Click Restore. - Recommendation: This method is suitable for users who have enabled file history, but many people may not realize this. Remember to turn on this feature in the future.
2. Check cloud backup
If your videos are stored in a folder synchronized with your desktop (such as Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox), even if they are deleted locally, the cloud may still have a backup:
- Log in to your cloud storage account.
- Check the "Recycle Bin" or "Deleted Files".
- If found, restore it directly to the local.
Recommendation: Develop a good habit in the future to synchronize important files to the cloud, double insurance to avoid similar problems.
Other suggestions
- Avoid data overwriting: Try not to write new data to the target hard disk after accidental deletion to avoid overwriting the lost files.
- Back up regularly: Use the built-in backup function of Windows or third-party tools (such as Acronis) to regularly back up important files.
- Be careful when choosing tools: Many tools are under the banner of "free", but the recovery effect is not good and may even damage data.