PhotoRec

Open-source file recovery for photos and documents

About PhotoRec

PhotoRec is a free, open-source file recovery program that restores lost photos, videos and documents. Key capabilities include support for hundreds of file formats, works on damaged file systems, companion TestDisk partition tool, cross-platform builds and read-only safe operation. Businesses use it to standardize everyday workflows, reduce manual errors and keep better records of their work. The tool is available free of charge, which makes it easy to try and keep in a regular workflow.

PhotoRec key facts

Category: Utilities & Security
Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areas: file recovery, open source, forensics, utilities
Official site: cgsecurity.org

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 562 tools. Alongside PhotoRec, it includes Clonezilla, UNetbootin, PowerISO, UltraISO.

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More in Utilities & Security

Comparing tools in the Utilities & Security category? These related listings are worth a look: Clonezilla — Free disk imaging and cloning for deployment; UNetbootin — Create bootable live USB drives for Linux; PowerISO — All-in-one CD, DVD and Blu-ray image file tool.