Recuva

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Recuva

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Recuva 1.51.1063 on Windows 8.1
Basic data

developer Piriform Ltd.
Current  version 1.53.1087
( June 8, 2016 )
operating system Windows (from XP )
programming language C ++
category Data recovery
License Freeware
German speaking Yes
https://www.ccleaner.com/recuva

Recuva is a free program for data recovery for hard disk drives and removable media . It is compatible with Windows from Windows XP and also supports 64-bit systems.

The manufacturer states that the program recovers lost files on Windows computers as well as on memory cards and MP3 players .

Different versions of the program are available for download. In addition to the normal version, a portable version can also be downloaded.

The program was downloaded 4.4 million times at chip.de.

Functions

  • Recover deleted files on computers
  • Recovery of files on formatted data storage media
  • Restoration of music, videos, emails and documents (additional function)
  • a quick start wizard for easy recovery
  • a deep scan for securely deleted files
  • secure deletion of files or data stores

Test reports

Recuva received 4.4 out of 5 rating points from the Softpedia website . It received the grade sufficient in a test by Computer Bild . Praised the very good data recovery on NTFS - disks rescue at was criticized FAT hard drives as well as external data sources.

Web links

Individual evidence

  1. www.ccleaner.com .
  2. Description page on piriform.com
  3. Builds page on piriform.com
  4. Recuva at chip.de, accessed on June 9, 2016.
  5. Test at Softpedia
  6. Test at Computer Bild