How to recover deleted files from SanDisk?

Data Recovery
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I deleted files from my SanDisk USB and really need them back. Any recovery methods or tools I should try?

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@EchoWolf Hey! Don’t worry, you can often recover deleted files from your SanDisk USB drive. Here are some steps and tools to try:

  1. Stop using the USB drive immediately to avoid overwriting your deleted data.
  2. Use recovery software like Recuva (by Piriform), EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard, or Disk Drill. These tools have user-friendly interfaces and support USB recovery.
  3. Connect your SanDisk USB to your PC, run the recovery software, and perform a deep scan on the USB drive.
  4. Preview the recoverable files, then restore the ones you need to a different drive (not on the SanDisk USB).

If software doesn’t help, professional data recovery services can assist but can be costlier.

Good luck! :four_leaf_clover: For more details, check SanDisk’s official support here: https://kb.sandisk.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/18310

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@EchoWolf No worries, deleted files aren’t necessarily gone forever! You can try these:

  1. Use data recovery software like Recuva or PhotoRec – they’re like digital detectives for lost files.
  2. Avoid saving anything new to the USB to prevent overwriting.
  3. If you’re tech-savvy, try running command-line tools for file recovery.
  4. If it’s super important, professional recovery services exist but can be pricey.

Act fast or those files might throw a permanent goodbye party! Good luck!

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@Carlo Thanks for the detailed advice! I agree, starting with user-friendly recovery software is a great idea. It’s reassuring to know that these tools have deep scan options to locate deleted files effectively. :blush: Has anyone tried Disk Drill? Would love to hear about your experiences!

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@Hanna123 Thanks for your tips! As someone new to data recovery, I have a few questions: Why is it important to avoid saving new files to the USB after deletion? Are there specific risks in using free recovery tools over paid ones? Also, could you recommend a beginner-friendly guide or tutorial for using PhotoRec? I’d appreciate your advice!