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EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard

Hard Drive Recovery

Best Hard Drive Recovery Software Helps You Restore All Lost Data.

  • Recover data from hard disks, including HDDs and SSDs.
  • Preview and recover deleted files on hard drives in 3 steps.
  • Restore permanently deleted data in any file format.
  • Compatible with the latest Windows operating systems.
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Recover Data from Hard Disks in Different Scenarios

It is possible to encounter hard disk data loss in various situations. The following contents will help you learn more about hard disk data recovery.

Hard Drive Deletion

Hard Drive Deletion

Accidental deletion on the hard drive should be the most common data loss issue. Remove the files on a hard drive by pressing Shift + Del can easily cause that issue.

Recovery Success Rate：

It's convenient to restore hard drive deleted files from Recycle Bin or with hard disk recovery software. So it will be simple to recover deleted file from hard drives, and has a high recovery success rate.

Hard Drive Formatting

Hard Drive Formatting

If you format the hard drive to change the file system, all the data on the disk will be deleted. You may also wrongly format the partition or the drive.

Recovery Success Rate：

After formatting the hard disk on the computer, you'll lose all the items on the storage device. To recover formatted hard drives, stop using the disk and perform hard drive recovery immediately.

Crashed Operating System

Crashed Operating System

The Windows operating system may suddenly malfunction, causing unexpected data loss. A system crash can easily cause a blue screen of death.

Recovery Success Rate：

When your computer cannot boot after an operating system crash, you may think it's impossible to access data again. You can apply a portable recovery program to get files off an unbootable computer.

Disk Partition Lost

Disk Partition Lost

When the hard drive has two or more partitions, you may accidentally delete one of them. The data on the lost hard drive partition cannot be accessed until it is restored.

Recovery Success Rate：

After deleting partitions on the hard drive, you can apply a professional HDD partition recovery tool or hard drive data recovery software to recover deleted partitions without losing data.

File System Corruption

File System Corruption

File system corruption can occur due to power surges, physical damage, improper shutdown, etc. Data on the hard drive becomes inaccessible due to file system errors.

Recovery Success Rate：

After repairing the file system with some operating system built-in utilities, you can access the drive and data again. When you cannot fix the error by yourself, contact data recovery labs.

Viruses and Malware Affection

Viruses and Malware Affection

Some computer viruses and malware can maliciously delete, encrypt, or hide files & folders on the HDD/SSD. You may suddenly cannot find target files on the PC.

Recovery Success Rate：

Certain malicious software outbreaks, like ransomware, encrypt files and folders to render them unreadable. It's almost impossible to restore and read these encrypted files and folders.

Disk Not Showing

Disk Not Showing

When you try to connect the hard drive to a local PC, you may encounter the hard drive is not showing up or the computer cannot recognize the hard drive.

Recovery Success Rate：

When the hard drive is not showing, detected, or recognized, it indicates a loose connection, physical damage, or disk errors. You may need professional help from data recovery services.

Disk Physically Damaged

Disk Physically Damaged

Dropping or mishandling the hard drive, exposure to extreme temperatures, water damage, physical shock, and vibration can cause physical damage.

Recovery Success Rate：

When the hard drive is physically damaged, it's difficult to restore data from the disk. In that case, you may need professional help from data recovery experts. Trying DIY methods may make things worse.

Outstanding Features of Free Hard Disk Data Recovery Software

After learning different hard drive data loss scenarios, you should apply a reliable recovery tool to regain the data. EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard is supported by advanced data recovery technology, and it can effectively retrieve various files from the hard drive.

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Lost essential data on the HDD or SSD? No need to worry! EaseUS hard drive recovery software can easily get deleted or lost files/folders back to the target disk without effort.

  • Recover 2GB of data for free with EaseUS free hard drive data recovery software. Retrieve unlimited data by upgrading to the pro license.
  • Support data recovery on hard drives with various file types, including photos, videos, documents, audio files, and emails.
  • Has user-friendly interfaces, and users only need three simple steps to recover data from a hard drive.
  • Recover data from formatted hard drives, RAW hard drives, and corrupted hard disks in one click.
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Supported Hard Drives & 1000+ File Types

EaseUS hard disk recovery tool can recover unlimited files from various hard drives. Whether you want to recover data from hard drives on Windows, macOS, or Linux, EaseUS recovery software can suit your needs.

  • Supported Hard Drives
  • 1000+ File Types

EaseUS Hard Drive Recovery Software

Your Companion for Hard Disk Data Recovery in Windows & macOS

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Recover Lost Files from Hard Drives Step by Step

Here's a detailed guide for you to recover deleted files from a hard drive on Windows. If you are using a Mac, download the Mac version and perform a Mac hard drive recovery.

  • Step 1
    Select Target Drive

    In the "Hardware Disk" interface, select the correct hard disk which your data were lost and click "Scan for Lost Data".

  • Step 2
    Scan and preview

    EaseUS hard drive recovery software will immediately start a quick scan as well as a deep scan on your selected hard drive. You can filter the files or use the search box to find lost data quickly.

  • Step 3
    Recover Data

    Select the target files and click the Recover button to get them back at once. Remember to save the recoverable files on another hard drive or save them to cloud storage.

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Apply EaseUS Hard Drive Data Recovery Services

Encounter serious hard drive errors you cannot fix on your own? Fail to use the recovery application to recover lost data from the drive? No worries! You just need professional help from EaseUS data recovery services.

RAID recovery

RAID Recovery

  • Repair corrupted RAID hard drives and perform RAID recovery.
  • Recover data from enterprise RAIDs such as WD, QNAP, Synology, Buffalo, and so on.
  • Support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, etc.
Disk Repair

Hard Disk Repair

  • Perform RAW disk repair.
  • Recover GPT-protected partitions.
  • Repair hard disks not detected or recognized.
  • Recover deleted or missing hard drive partitions.
  • Repair BitLocker encrypted hard disks.
System Repair

System Repair

  • Fix Windows and macOS boot issues, especially the BSOD.
  • Fix system error and configure operating system environment.
  • Restore the operating system when it fails to boot.
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How to Increase Success Rate in Hard Drive Data Recovery

You may be wondering how to maximize the success rate in hard drive recovery. Here are some handy tips you should follow. Check them now!

Tip 1. Stop using the hard drive immediately
If you suspect that your hard drive has experienced sudden data loss, it is crucial to stop using it immediately to prevent further damage or overwriting of the lost data.
Tip 2. Use trustworthy hard disk recovery software
Use trustworthy hard disk recovery software In some cases, hard drive recovery can be used to recover deleted files from a hard drive. However, it's important to choose a reliable recovery tool and don't install it on the hard drive.
Tip 3. Avoid DIY recovery attempts
Attempting to recover files from corrupted hard drives by yourself can often do more harm than good. It is best to leave the recovery process to the professionals to handle it safely and effectively.
Tip 4. Back up your disk in advance
To avoid the risk of further data loss in the future, make sure to back up your whole disk before performing hard drive data recovery. This will ensure that you have a copy of your hard drive.
Tip 5. Keep the hard drive safe before recovery
Store the damaged hard drive in a safe and secure environment until you are ready to have it professionally assessed and recovered.

Looking for Help on Hard Drive Recovery?

Here are some related FAQs and articles about hard drive recovery. Keep reading and learn more!

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Can I recover data from the hard drive?

Sure, if your hard drive has experienced data loss, you may be able to recover the data with the help of professional hard drive recovery software. If you just click the "Delete" button on a Windows or macOS computer, it's faster to restore data from Recycle Bin or Trash.

How can I recover data from a dead HDD?

To recover data from recover data from dead hard drives, you can seek help from EaseUS data recovery services. Our experts have the knowledge and tools necessary to extract data from a non-functional hard drive.

How do I fix the hard drive not showing up?

If your hard drive is not showing up, you can try to check the connections, use a different port or cable, update hard drive drivers, or seek help from a professional data recovery service.

How much will it cost to recover hard drives?

Costs can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, depending on the complexity of the recovery. EaseUS data recovery services offer a free evaluation to assess the damage and provide a quote for the recovery process.

Is it possible to recover a hard disk for free？

Sure, you can recover a hard disk for free by applying free data recovery software, such as EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard. The free version of this software allows users to recover 2GB of data for free.

How do I recover data from a crashed hard drive?

You can try to fix the hard drive with some built-in utilities, but ensure the repair method is correct, or it will cause further damage. For a beginner, it is best to leave it to the hard drive recovery experts.

Why Trust EaseUS Hard Drive Recovery

Many different factors account for data loss on the hard drive. A clear understanding of these reasons can well help you recover deleted files on a hard drive efficiently.

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