I recently upgraded to an SSD, but during the Windows installation, the technician mentioned that my old HDD was formatted and now appears empty. I used to have around 300-400GB of data on the 1TB drive, and I'm really worried about losing personal family information that's sensitive. I instructed the technician to disconnect the HDD to prevent any data being overwritten. Can anyone suggest reliable software for data recovery? I'm not sure which options are the most effective.
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If you've got sensitive data, definitely avoid using free tools that might do more harm than good. You may want to try Disk Drill; it's user-friendly and often gets the job done. Just ensure you follow the instructions carefully to maximize your chances of recovery!
The model of your hard drive can actually make a big difference when it comes to data recovery. The type of software you should use can depend on whether it's a standard HDD or an SSD. If it's a traditional HDD, I recommend software like Recuva or EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard. They often come highly recommended for recovery after a format. Just remember, time is of the essence—the longer you wait, the harder it might be to recover your files!
Agreed! I had success with Recuva before. Just be sure to avoid writing anything to the drive until you run recoveries!
Good tip! Always read user reviews first to check for any issues others faced with the program.