A powerful, open-source tool that recovers almost any file type. It has a steeper learning curve but is completely free.

A user-friendly tool from the makers of CCleaner. The free version is highly capable for most home users.

: A personal license can be purchased directly from the official DiskDigger site .

: The basic Android version is one of the few that actually works for free photo recovery from your cache and thumbnails.

: A very popular, user-friendly recovery tool from the makers of CCleaner.

A: Very rarely during giveaways (e.g., on Reddit or Twitter from the developer). Follow @diskdigger on social media for legitimate contests, but never pay for a "free key."

If your device is rooted, the app can perform a "Full Scan" to find videos and other file types, also at no cost. 2. Try the "Free" Mode on Windows