What is the data recovery software for PC Windows 11/10?

[1-Fumio]

My kid accidentally deleted several important folders on my Windows 11 PC, and I need to recover them as soon as possible. Unfortunately, these folders contained critical data for my work, and I didn't have a recent backup.

I'm searching for a reliable data recovery software for PC that works well on Windows 11 or Windows 10. There seem to be many options out there, and I'm not sure which one to choose. Can anyone recommend an effective and user-friendly data recovery tool that can help me retrieve these deleted folders? 

Thank you

[#2]

Go and check the Recycle Bin. The deleted files will be moved to the trash and still accessible on your Windows PC. In addition, stop using the computer now. This will prevent overwriting the deleted files.

[#3]

Do you sync the computer with OneDrive on Windows 11? This is the best data recovery recovery software for Windows PC. OneDrive is considered one of the best places to recover deleted files on Windows 11 or Windows 10 as it automatically syncs your files to the cloud with a continuous backup.

If you accidentally delete a file from your local storage, it can still be available in your OneDrive account. This reduces the risk of permanent data loss due to hardware failure or accidental deletion.

In addition,OneDrive has a built-in Recycle Bin where deleted files are stored for up to 30 days so you can easily recover accidentally deleted files. OneDrive offers version history that able to recover previous versions of files, which is particularly useful if you need to revert changes or recover an older version of a document.

[#4]

@1-Fumio In fact, there is a built-in free data recovery software for Windows PC.  To recover deleted files on Windows 11 using the built-in command line tool, you can utilize the 'Windows File Recovery tool'. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use it:

Open the Microsoft Store, search for "Windows File Recovery," and install it.

Press Windows + S, type "Command Prompt," right-click on it, and select "Run as administrator."

In the Command Prompt window, type winfr followed by the source drive (where the files were deleted) and the destination drive (where you want to save the recovered files). For example:

winfr C: 😧 /n \path\to\your\file

Windows File Recovery offers different recovery modes. Use the /r switch for regular recovery, or /x for extensive recovery if the files were deleted a long time ago or the drive was formatted. You can also specify file paths and extensions.

winfr C: 😧 /r /n *.jpg

The tool will scan the specified drive and attempt to recover the deleted files. Once completed, the recovered files will be saved to the specified destination drive.

[#5]

There is no "best data recovery" software to deal with data loss, it really depends on the situation.
The best approach is prevention. Accidents happen, but if you have backups, you can recover from them. Honestly, it's best to make a habit of backing up regularly so you don't have to regret it later. After all, prevention is better than cure!

[#6]

@1-Fumio 

Before you recover data, I recommend running the disk manufacturer's Windows diagnostic software to check for physical damage. You can get these tools from the Seagate and Western Digital websites.

When it comes to data recovery software for PC Windows 10, a good choice is free, open source tools. Open source means you have free access to the source code, which is unusual in the data recovery world, but not necessarily important. I've personally used TestDisk from cgi security with good results. These tools are available in Windows and Linux versions and have unlimited use, so I highly recommend giving them a try.

[#7]

The price of data recovery service is much much higher than using data recovery software by your own, ranging from $200 to over $10,000. Simple logical recoveries from a functioning hard drive might be on the lower end of the spectrum, while more complex recoveries, such as those involving physically damaged drives or sophisticated RAID arrays, can be significantly more expensive.