Recovery of files from USB accidently deleted

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Is it possible to retrieve a whole folder full of files that was accidentally deleted whilst I was deleting one file? Somehow the entire folder deleted! No warning before doing this…
There is no visible deleted or recycle file but I imagine they must be somewhere on the USB. I have googled it and there seems software but I am vary wary of doing this as it may be detrimental to my laptop hard drive.
Does Sandisk have a step by step or recommended way of retrieving files? This must happen allot. Thank you

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Hi @evey7777 ,

Have you checked our knowledge base articles?
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Try these.

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It’s possible to retrieve accidentally deleted files from a USB drive, even if they bypass the recycle bin. There are several reliable recovery options available. However, it’s important to be cautious and avoid software that might harm your laptop. Don’t download the first free software you find.
Go for any trusted options like Stellar or Easeus which can be useful for recovering any files and partitions too.

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Files deleted from a USB drive usually don’t end up in the Windows Recycle Bin. However, this doesn’t mean they’re gone for good. As long as they haven’t been overwritten by new data, you can try using specialized recovery tools to get them back. Yes, Sandisk has provided some recommendations. You can refer to the following articles about flash drive and memory card data recovery:

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i too am facing the same issue. were you able to revover your files back. any help would be appriciated :smile:

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To recover deleted data from a USB flash drive:

  1. Connect the USB flash drive to your computer.
  2. Open the Start menu, type “This pc”, and hit Enter on your keyboard.
  3. Right-click on your USB flash drive and select “Properties”.
  4. Go to the “Previous Versions” tab and look at the list of available recovery options.
  5. Select a previous version and click “Restore”
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Hi, in your situation, you should find reliable USB data recovery software like EaseUS to retrieve your accidentally deleted files and folders. If you are afraid the software will cause further data loss, just back up the USB before using any recovery tools.

Check this guide to restore files. Hope that helps.

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To recover a deleted folder from your USB, stop using the drive to avoid overwriting the files. Use trusted recovery tools like Stellar Data Recovery, Recuva, Disk Drill, and so on. Download any of the above-mentioned software, run it on your laptop (not USB) to scan the drive for lost files.

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Have you explored our knowledge base articles for assistance? Start with these resources:

  1. Get Support for Your SSDs and Flash Products – Find solutions for common issues with SanDisk products.

  2. Learn About USB Flash Drive and Memory Card Data Recovery – A helpful guide for recovering lost data from SanDisk storage devices.

  3. Third-Party Data Recovery Software for Windows and macOS – Recommended tools for data recovery.

If you haven’t opened a support case yet, consider contacting SanDisk Technical Support for professional help: Contact Support.