Piriform Recuva

October 23, 2025

Recuva (pronounce “recover”) is a free Windows utility that allows you to restore files that have been accidentally deleted from your computer. This includes files emptied from the Recycle Bin as well as images and other files accidentally deleted by the user from the digital memory cards of cameras or MP3 players. It is also capable of restoring files that have been deleted from your iPod or due to bugs, system crashes, and viruses!

  • User-friendly interface – simply click “Scan,” then choose the files you want to recover
  • Easy to use thanks to a filter for results based on name / file type.
  • Simple Windows interface with the list and the tree view
  • Can be run from a USB drive
  • Restores all kinds of files, office documents, images, video, music, email, anything.
  • Supports FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, NTFS5, NTFS and EFS
  • Restores files from removable media (SmartMedia, Secure Digital, MemoryStick, digital cameras, floppy disks, Jaz disks, Sony Memory Sticks, Compact Flash cards, Smart Media Card, Secure Digital, etc.)

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Ethan Caldwell

Ethan Caldwell

I’ve spent over a decade writing about technology and gaming, with a focus on how innovation shapes everyday life. At ActiWard.net, I lead our editorial vision and work closely with our writers to deliver stories that matter. When I’m not editing, you’ll probably find me testing indie games or exploring the latest gadgets.