How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7

In Windows 7, deleting files permanently doesn't actually delete them unless a file shredder is applied. If you regret a deletion or want to recover a file, there are 3 ways to do so: you can try to restore permanently deleted files, or use a professional tool like Deep Data Recovery to retrieve them. To get started, you can download the software and prepare for the recovery task.

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Unfortunately, it's not possible to recover permanently deleted files in Windows 7 if you've emptied the Recycle Bin, as they are no longer stored on your computer. However, you can try using a file recovery software such as Recuva or EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard to scan your hard drive for any remaining fragments of the deleted files. Keep in mind that the chances of recovery decrease over time and the quality of the recovered files may be compromised.

You can recover permanently deleted files in Windows 10 if they were deleted in situations where recovery is possible, such as accidental deletion, virus or malware removal, or using the built-in Windows feature to recover files. If your files were deleted in such a way, you can try the solutions to restore them.

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To implement this task, you would need to configure your operating system to send deleted files to the recycle bin, and then schedule a task to empty the recycle bin at a later time. This can be done by following these steps:
When you factory reset a Windows PC, it completely wipes the operating system and all data, including files on the desktop and hard drive, are permanently deleted. This is because the reset process reinstalls the operating system and all software, effectively erasing everything on the computer.
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3 Ways for How to Restore Permanently Deleted Files from Windows 7

To restore permanently deleted files on a Windows 7 PC, you can use the built-in features. Firstly, you can use the "Previous Versions" feature, which allows you to restore files from a previous backup. Alternatively, you can use the "Restore Files" feature from the Recycle Bin.

Quick Navigation: Part 1. How to Restore Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7 with Windows Backup; Part 2. How to Retrieve Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7 from Previous Version; Part 3. How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files on Windows 7 Efficiently & Easily

Part 1. How to Restore Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7 with Windows Backup

To restore permanently deleted files using Windows Backup, follow these steps: Open the Windows Backup and Restore Center, select the backup set that contains the files you want to restore, and then click on the "Restore my files" option. From there, you can browse through the backed-up files and select the ones you want to restore. Once you've selected the files, click on the "Restore" button to begin the restoration process.

1. To access the Backup and Restore tool on your computer, navigate to the Control Panel, click on "System and Security," and then select "Backup and Restore." This will allow you to manage your backups and restore your system if needed.

2. In the Restore area, click Restore my files, then select Browse for files.

3. To permanently delete files in Windows 7, follow the built-in guide. Go to the Start menu, click on "Computer," and select the drive where the files were stored.

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Part 2. How to Retrieve Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7 from Previous Version

To use this method, you must have enabled system protection on the drive and created a restore point. If not, you'll need to use the third method below.

To retrieve permanently deleted files in Windows 7, simply find the folder where the deleted files were, right-click on it, and select "Restore previous versions". From there, choose the version you want based on the date, click "Open" to preview the details, and then click "Restore" to recover the deleted files.

Part 3. How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files on Windows 7 Efficiently & Easily

If you haven't backed up Windows 7 or have not enabled the restore point, then the only way to recover permanently deleted files in Windows 7 is using Deep Data Recovery, a software tool that can recover over 700 file types permanently deleted in Windows 7, regardless of how the files were deleted.

Step 1. Install the data recovery software

Download and install the software to recover permanently deleted files on Windows 7, which is fully compatible with the operating system and virus-free.

Step 2. Select file location to scan

Launch the software and from the first window, locate the files you have permanently deleted in Windows 7, select the corresponding hard drive, click "Scan" and let the software scan the location for the invisible permanently deleted files.

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Step 3. Preview and recover permanently deleted files in Windows 7

After the scanning process is complete, you can filter the found files by selecting the desired file types in the left panel and view the details on the right side. Once you've identified the target files, select them and click "Recover" to save them on your computer.

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To recover permanently deleted files in Windows 7, download a software that specializes in file recovery, such as the one mentioned, and follow the steps to scan and retrieve the deleted files. This will allow you to restore the lost files and have them back on your computer.