I have already written an overview of the best data recovery programs, which entered both free and paid products (mainly the last), this time it will be only about those that can be downloaded for free and without limiting their functions (however, some of the utilities presented all -Taki has restrictions on the volume of recoverable files). I note that some software (such examples) to restore data distributed on a fee is not at all professional, uses the same algorithms as Freeware analogues and does not even provide more functions. It may also be useful: recovering data on Android.
ATTENTION: When downloading data recovery programs, I recommend to check them before using Virustotal.com (although I selected clean, but over time everything can change), and also to be attentive when installing - refuse to install additional software, if this is offered ( Also tried to select only the maximum clean options).
Recuva - the most popular program to restore remote files from various media
The Recuva free program is one of the most famous programs that allow you to restore data from hard drives, flash drives and memory cards even to a novice user. For simple recovery, the program provides a convenient master; The same users who need expanded functionality will also find it here.
Recuva allows you to restore files in Windows 10, 8, Windows 7 and XP and even in older versions of the Windows operating system. Russian interface language is present. It cannot be said that this program is very effective (for example, when reformatting the drive to another file system, the result was not the best), but as the first way to see, and whether it is possible to restore something from lost files at all.
On the official developer's official website you will find a program at once in two versions - a regular installer and Recuva Portable, which does not require installation on a computer. For more information about the program, an example of using, video instruction and where to download Recuva: https://remontka.pro/recuva-file- examscovery/
Puran File Recovery.
PURAN FILE Recovery is relatively simple, fully free program to recover data in Russian, which is suitable when you want to restore photos, documents and other files after deleting or formatting (or as a result of damage to the hard disk, flash drives or memory cards). From that free software for recovery that I managed to test this option, probably the most efficient.
Details on how to use Puran File Recovery and test recovery of files with formatted flash drives in a separate instruction Restoring data in Puran File Recovery.
Transcend Recoverx - free data recovery program for beginners
The free program for recovering data from flash drives, USB and local hard drives Transcend Recoverx is one of the most simple (and nevertheless effective) solutions to restore information from a wide variety of drives (not only transcend).
The program is completely in Russian, confidently copes with formatted flash drives, discs and memory cards, and the entire recovery process takes three simple steps from selecting the drive before viewing the files that managed to restore.
A detailed overview and an example of using the program, as well as download from the official website: data recovery in the Recoverx program.
Data recovery in R.Saver
R.Saver is a simple free utility in Russian to restore data from flash drives, hard disk and other drives from the Russian Laboratory of Data Recovery R.Lab (it is in similar specialized laboratories I recommend contacting when it comes to really important data you want to restore . Different kind of multidisciplinary computer aid in this context is almost the same thing that try to restore them yourself).
The program does not require installation on a computer and will be the most simple for the Russian user (there is also a detailed certificate in Russian). I do not undertake to judge the applicability of R.Saver in difficult cases of data loss that may require professional software, but in general the program works. An example of work and where to download the program - free data recovery in R.Saver.
Restoration of photos in PhotoRec
Photorec is a powerful utility for recovering photos, however, it may not be quite convenient for novice users, due to the fact that all work with the program is carried out without a familiar graphical interface. Recently, a version of the Photorec program has appeared with a graphical user interface (previously all actions required to be performed on the command line), so now it uses it easier for a novice user.
The program allows you to restore more than 200 types of photos (image files), it works with almost any file systems and devices, available in versions for Windows, DOS, Linux and Mac OS X), and the TestDisk utility kit can help return the lost partition on the disk. Program Review and an example of photography recovery in PhotoRec (+ where to download).
Dmde FREE EDITION
The free version of the DMDE program (DM Disk Editor and Data Recovery Software, a very high-quality tool for data recovery after formatting or removing, lost or damaged partitions) has some limitations, but they do not always play a role (they do not limit the size of the data recoverable, and when restoring A whole damaged partition or disk RAW do not matter at all).
The program in Russian and is really effective in many recovery scenarios of both individual files and other hard disk, flash drives or memory cards. Details about using the program and video with data recovery process in DMDE Free Edition - data recovery after formatting in DMDE.
HASLEO DATA RECOVERY FREE
Hasleo Data Recovery Free does not have a Russian interface language, but it is quite convenient for use even by a novice user. The program stated that only 2 GB of data can be restored for free, but in reacting this threshold, the recovery of photos, documents and other files continues to work (although you will be reminded of buying a license).
Details about using the program and test results test (the result is very good) in a separate article Restore data in Hasleo Data Recovery FREE.
Disk Drill for Windows
Disk Drill is a very popular data recovery program for Mac OS X, however more than a year ago the developer has released a free version of Disk Drill for Windows, which perfectly copes with the recovery task, has a simple interface (albeit in English) and, which is the problem of many Free utilities, does not try to install something additional on your computer (at the time of writing this review).
In addition, interesting features from a paid version for Mac remained in Disk Drill for Windows - for example, creating an image of a flash drive, a memory card or hard disk in DMG format and the subsequent recovery of data from this image to avoid greater damage to the data on the physical accumulator.
For more information about the use and download of the program: a program to recover Disk Drill data for Windows
Wise Data Recovery.
Another free software that allows you to restore remote files from memory cards, MP3 player, flash drives, a camera or hard disk. We are talking only about those files that were removed in various ways, including from the basket. However, in more complex scenarios, I did not check it.
The program supports Russian and is available for download on the official website: https://www.wisecleaner.com/wise-data- exams.html. When installing, be careful - you will be prompted to install additional programs if you do not need them - click Decline.
Undelete 360.
Also, as well as the previously considered option, this program helps to return files deleted in various ways, as well as data lost as a result of system failures or virus action. Most types of drives are supported, such as USB flash drives, memory cards, hard drives and others. The address of the program http://www.undelete360.com/, but when you go attentive, there are ads on the site with the download button that are not related to the program itself.
Conditionally free Easeus Data Recovery Wizard Free
Easeus Data Recovery is a powerful tool for recovering data after deleting, formatting or changing sections, with a Russian interface language. With it, you can easily return photos, documents, videos and more from the hard disk, flash drives or memory cards. This is intuitive and, among other things, officially supports the latest operating systems - Windows 10, 8 and 7, Mac OS X and others.
In all respects, this is one of the best similar products if it were not for one item: despite the fact that this information does not drive this information on the official website, but the free version of the program allows you to restore only 500 MB of information (it used to be 2 GB) . But, if this is enough and you need to perform this action once, I recommend paying attention to. You can download the program here: https://www.easeus.com/datarecoverywizard/free-data- exams-software.htm
MINITOOL POWER DATA RECOVERY FREE
Minitool Power Data Recovery Free allows you to find lost as a result of formatting or file system failures. Sections on a flash drive or hard disk. If necessary, in the program interface, you can create a bootable flash drive or a disk from which you can download a computer or laptop and recover data from the hard disk.
Previously, the program was completely free. Unfortunately, at the current time there is a limit on the size of data that can be restored - 1 GB. The manufacturer also has other programs designed to recover data, but they apply on a fee basis. Details about the program and where to download it: data recovery in MiniTool Power Data Recovery Free.
SoftPerfect File Recovery.
Fully free SoftPerfect File Recovery (in Russian), allows you to restore deleted files from all popular drives in various file systems, including FAT32 and NTFS. However, this concerns only remote files, but not lost as a result of changing the file system of the partition or formatting.
This simple program, 500 kilobyte, can be found on the developer's website https://www.softperfect.com/products/filerecovery/ (on the page there are three different programs at once, only the third is free).
CD Recovery Toolbox - program to restore data from CD and DVD disks
From the other programs reviewed here, CD Recovery Toolbox is characterized by the fact that it is designed specifically to work with DVD and CD discs. Using it, you can scan optical discs and find files and folders that cannot be found in another way. The program can help even if the disk is scratched or not read by some other reasons, allowing you to copy to the computer those files that are not damaged, but in the usual way access to them is not possible (in any case, so promise developers ).
You can download CD Recovery Toolbox on the official website https://www.oemailrecovery.com/cd_recovery.html
PC Inspector File Recovery
Another program with which you can restore deleted files, including after formatting or deleting a partition. Allows you to restore files in various formats, including separate photos, documents, archives and other file types. Judging by the information on the site, the program is managed to fulfill the task even if others like Recuva do not cope. Russian is not supported.Immediately I note, I myself did not test it, but I learned about it from the English-speaking author, who was inclined to trust. You can download the program for free from the official site http://pcinspector.de/default.htm?language=1
Update 2018: The following two programs (7-Data Recovery Suite and Pandora Recovery) were redeemed by Disk Drill and became inaccessible on official websites. However, they can be found on third-party resources.
7-Data Recovery Suite
The 7-Data Recovery Suite program (in Russian) is not fully free (you can only restore 1 GB of data in the free version), but deserves attention, since in addition to simple recovery of remote files, supports:
- Restoring lost disk partitions.
- Data recovery with Android devices.
- Allows you to restore files even in some difficult cases, for example, after formatting in other file systems.
For details on using the program, loading and installing: data recovery in 7-Data Recovery
Pandora Recovery.
The free Pandora Recovery program is not very famous, but, in my opinion, is one of its best. It is very simple and by default, interaction with the program is carried out using a very convenient file restoring wizard, which is ideal for a novice user. The lack of a program - it has not been updated very long ago, although it works successfully in Windows 10, 8 and Windows 7.
In addition, in stock The Surface Scan feature (surface scan), which allows you to find more different files.
Pandora Recovery Allows you to restore remote files from a hard disk, memory card, flash drives and other drives. There is an opportunity to restore the files of only a specific type - photos, documents, video.
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