Uploaded March 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to restore or recover accidentally deleted files on Windows 11. This also works for files that were permanently deleted. For example, you may have even erased them from the recycle bin. Even if that is the case, you can still restore your data.

Now when such things happen, it is best to try recover files and documents as soon as possible. If not, they will likely be overwritten and you may not be able to recover them.

Here Four Great Apps to Restore Your Lost Files:

1. Recuva by Piriform
ccleaner.com/recuva

2. Windows File Recovery
microsoft.com/en-us/p/windows-file-recovery/9n26s50ln705#activetab=pivot:overviewtab

3. EaseUS Data Recovery
easeus.com

4. Disk Drill
cleverfiles.com