: A free command-line tool from Microsoft Support that can recover deleted files from various storage devices.
: Developed by GetData , the free version allows you to scan your storage media (hard drives, SD cards, USBs) and preview all files that can be salvaged. A license key is only required if you decide you need to save those recovered files to another location.
: A highly rated free alternative by CCleaner that supports a wide range of file types, including photos, music, and documents.
: Offers a free tier that allows users to recover up to 100MB of data at no cost. How to Safely Recover Your Data Windows File Recovery - Microsoft Support