PhotoRec
A free, open-source utility for data recovery, designed to retrieve lost files from various digital camera memory, hard disks, and CD-ROMs
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| + | File recovery | Recovers corrupted files and files lost due to virus attack and system failure |
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| + | Deep Scanning | Delves beyond the file system’s usual structure, increasing the chances of finding deleted or lost files |
| + | Raw File Recovery | Recovers raw files from digital cameras where file system information might be damaged |
| + | Data Fragment Recovery | Recovers files by piecing data fragments together |
| + | Multi-Platform Support | Enhances its accessibility and makes it adaptable to various user environments |
| + | File Preview | Allows previewing of files before recovery |
| + | Command-Line Options | Provides numerous options for customizing the recovery process, including specifying search areas, file types, and output directories |
| + | Resume Recovery | Allows users to pause and resume recovery sessions, which is essential for large drives or time-consuming scans |
| + | Memory Card Support | Works with different types of memory cards |
| + | Online Checker | Checks if images can be restored online |
| - | Interface Responsiveness | The user interface can become less responsive during the scanning process, making it harder to interact with the software |
| - | Infrequent Updates | Rarely receives updates, which may result in compatibility issues with newer systems or lack of new features |
| - | Window Size Settings | Does not remember window size settings, requiring users to adjust them each time they use the software |
System Requirements
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| 1 | Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 and above |
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| 1 | Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 and above |
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Ratings
3.705
| AlternativeTo | 4.35 based on 15 reviews |
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| Pandora Recovery | 3.45 based on professional's opinion |
| Softonic | 3.85 based on 97 reviews |
| TechRadar | 4.05 based on professional's opinion |
| TechRadar | 3.05 based on professional's opinion |
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Notes
- PhotoRec is a companion program to TestDisk