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Recover Lost Files from Various Scenarios

Data loss on USB drives can be a hiccup. You may not even be aware of it. It can be triggered by accidental deletion, improper ejection, interrupted transmission, etc. Here are the common causes that lead to files being deleted.
Accidental Deletion

Accidental Deletion

Recovering deleted files from USB is the biggest urge from users, since they often mistakenly delete the files or need the files afterward.

Formatting Errors

Formatting Errors

Accidental format errors and unintendedly formatting USB drives can erase all the data on USB. Luckily, recovering formatted USB is possible.

Interrupted Transmission

Interrupted Transmission

Interrupted Transmission can lead to incomplete files, rendering files unable to be properly opened.

Improper Ejection

Improper Ejection

Removing a USB drive without safely and properly ejecting can also result in data corruption or file loss.

Unable to access files on USB

Unable to access files on USB

Incompatibility issues, such as the conflict between your USB and the device it is connected to, are accountable for data loss.

Unexpected Power Failure

Unexpected Power Failure

Sudden power loss or electrical issues, when you are using the USB flash drive, can cause the data to be corrupted or deleted.

Virus and Malware Infection

Virus and Malware Infection

When connecting to an infected computer, your USB can be vulnerable to viruses or malware, resulting in files being hidden, deleted, or unusable.

Physical Damage

Physical Damage

Physical damage, like impact or heat, can damage its components. USB can not be recognized since then.

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Restore Lost Files from Any USB Storage Device

No matter what USB storage devices you have, with the support of FonePaw, you can be confident in recovering lost files from any type or brand of USB drive. It is crafted to safely and efficiently recover deleted files from multiple USB devices and is compatible with most USB brands, including Kingston, SanDisk, Samsung, and Western Digital.
USB Flash Drive
USB Flash Drive
USB External Hard Drive
USB External Hard Drive
USB Digital Camera
USB Digital Camera
USB MP3 & MP4 Player
USB MP3 & MP4 Player
USB Mobile Device
USB Mobile Device
Other USB Devices
Other USB Devices
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Retrieve 1000+ File Formats on USB Drives

FonePaw holds the capability to recover diverse file types ranging from photos, videos, audio, and documents to archives. More than 1000 file formats can be effortlessly retrieved from USB drives as well.
Photos

JPG, TIFF/TIF, PNG, BMP, GIF, PSD, CRW, WMF, DNF, ERF, RAW, etc.

Videos

AVI, MOV, MP4, M4A, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, FLV, SWF, MPG, RM/RMVB, etc.

Audios

AIF/AIFF, M4A, MP3, WAV, WMA, MID/MIDI, OGG, AAC, etc.

Office Documents

DOC/DOCX, XLS/XLSX, PPT/PPTX, PDF, HTML/HTM, TXT, etc.

Archives

ZIP, RAR, SIT, 7Z, CAB, etc.

Other

PST, EMLX, COM, FON, DB, JS, DAT, EXE, LIB, DLL, TLB, etc.

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Evaluate and Pick the Best USB Data Recovery Software

There are various USB data recovery tools on the market. If you are looking for the right one, view the comparisons of popular options below to help you make up your mind more wisely.
FonePaw Data
Recovery
Disk Drill Stellar Data
Recovery
Recuva MiniTool Power
Data Recovery
Rating star star star star star star star star star star star star star star star star star star star
OS Compatibility Windows/Mac Windows/Mac Windows/Mac Windows Windows
Supported File
Formats
1000+ 400+ 400+ <100< /td> 100+
Supported File
Systems
NTFS, exFAT, FAT16/FAT32, ReFS, Encypted HFS, HFSX, APFS, BTRFS, XFS, BFS, EXT4 FAT16/FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, EXT2/3/4, HFS+, APFS exFAT, FAT16/FAT32, NTFS, HFS+, APFS exFAT, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, EXT2/3/4 FAT12/FAT16/FAT32, exFAT, VFAT, NTFS/NTFS5
Photo/Video/Audio/
Document Restoration
ok ok Partial Support Limited Support Limited Support
Deletion Recovery ok ok ok ok ok
Formatted Recovery ok ok ok ok ok
Virus Infection
Recovery
ok ok ok ok ok
Quick and Deep Scan ok error ok error ok
Data Preview ok ok ok Limited support ok
Easy-to-use Interface ok ok error error ok
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3 Simple Steps to Solve Data Loss Problem

Step 1. Choose File Types and USB Drive to Scan

On the main screen, select the lost file types and your USB drive. Click "Scan" to start the scanning process.

Step 2. Scan Lost Files from the USB Drive

The tool will automatically scan and search for lost files. You can also use "Deep Scan" mode to search for deleted files thoroughly. When finished, you can easily locate a specific file by using the "Filter" feature.

Step 3. Preview and Recover Lost Files

Click and preview the files. Then tick all the desired files and click the "Recovery" button to retrieve the data to a destination on your computer. Once done, click "Open Folder" to access your restored files.

More Tips to Enhance Recovery Rate

Feeling frustrated when encountering data loss? Don't be upset, normally the lost data is still recoverable. Below are tips to help you boost the success rate of data recovery.
01

Stop Using USB Right Away

If you realize your USB data is lost, please stop using it anymore. The deleted data can be restored if it has not yet been overwritten by new files added to USB.
02

Use Data Recovery Tool to Restore Lost Data

To get back the USB data as soon as possible, it is advisable to use a reliable and professional data recovery tool, such as FonePaw USB Data Recovery, to retrieve the lost files immediately.
03

Back Up Retrieved Files

Once you recover the lost data from your USB drive, it'd be better to back up the retrieved files to other devices or cloud services.
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FAQ

01
What kind of USB does FonePaw USB Data Recovery support?
FonePaw USB Data Recovery supports a wide range of USB types and USB drives.

Supported USB Types: USB-A, USB-B, USB-C, Mini-USB, Micro-USB

Supported USB Drives: USB 1.0-1.1, UBS 2.0, USB 3.0-3.2

02
Is FonePaw USB Data Recovery Free?
Yes, FonePaw offers a free trial for you to quick scan USB and preview all the lost files, including photos, videos, and documents. Once you find the desired files, you only need to make a payment to recover the lost data in a minute. Moreover, you can utilize Deep Scan mode to search for the lost files thoroughly.
03
Can a formatted USB be recovered?
Yes. If the USB drive was not formatted for a long time or did not proceed with substantial operations, like saving 5GB of photos, the formatted data can be retrieved. In this case, we highly recommend you try FonePaw USB Data Recovery since it is an expert in scanning. It is capable of finding lost files even from 5 years ago.
04
Can I recover a USB drive that is not recognized?
No. Most USB data recovery requires a connection between USB and computer. Recognition of the USB drive is the prerequisite for further recovery process. If your flash drive can not be detected, all the methods are useless.
But if your USB device is not damaged physically, to test whether your USB can be recognized, you can try to connect the USB device to another USB port/computer, or update the USB drivers.
05
Can I recover USB data via online tool?
Well, you can not directly recover Pendrive data by using online tools. Although you may find the information on their website and they claim the tool is free to use, there is no guarantee of success and safety.
The nature of online tools determines they can not read USB data with a high success rate. Even though they can make it happen, you may be at risk of information leaks due to potential cyber attacks. Therefore, it is recommended to recover USB data with reliable and professional USB data recovery software.

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