Windows File Recovery
Recover deleted or lost files with Windows File Recovery, a Microsoft Store app supporting many file types and storage devices.
About Windows File Recovery
Windows File Recovery is an app distributed through the Microsoft Store for Windows 10 version 2004 and above. It is designed to recover personal data after accidental deletion, drive wipes, or data corruption. Download and installation are handled through the Microsoft Store listing.
You can use it to look for photos, documents, videos, and other supported file types. It works with hard drives, SSDs, USB drives, and memory cards. A Signature mode is provided for recovery from cameras and SD cards and expands beyond NTFS recovery. Recovery from SSDs is noted as limited by TRIM. A user guide is available with instructions for use.
The app suits Windows users who need to attempt recovery of deleted or lost files from local storage devices and removable media.
Key features
- Recovers files after deletion, wipes, or corruption
- Supports photos, documents, videos and more types
- Works with hard drives, USB drives and memory cards
- Includes Signature mode beyond NTFS recovery
- Available for Windows 10 version 2004 and above
Best for: Windows users on Windows 10 version 2004 and above who need to recover deleted or lost personal files.
Good for
- Free download through Microsoft Store
- Supports many file types and storage devices
- Includes Signature mode for cameras and SD cards
Watch out for
- Requires Windows 10 version 2004 or above
- SSD recovery is limited by TRIM
Windows File Recovery at a glance
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Backup & Recovery
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Windows File Recovery FAQ
What is Windows File Recovery?
It is a Microsoft Store app for Windows 10 version 2004 and above that helps recover deleted, wiped, or corrupted personal data.
What storage devices does it support?
It supports hard drives, SSDs, USB drives, and memory cards, including cameras and SD cards. SSD recovery is limited by TRIM.
What file types can it recover?
It supports many file types, including photos, documents, and videos.
Where is the user guide?
The user guide is available at aka.ms/winfrhelp.
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