PhotoRec Features

A comprehensive capability set designed for safe, effective file recovery across devices and file systems.

Broad File Format Support

PhotoRec can recover 480+ file extensions including images (JPEG, PNG), archives (ZIP), documents (Office, PDF, HTML), and multimedia.

Storage Media Compatibility

Works with hard disks, CD‑ROMs, memory cards (SD/microSD), USB flash drives, and digital cameras.

Raw Data Recovery

Ignores file systems like FAT, NTFS, exFAT, ext2/3/4, and HFS+ to locate the raw file data directly, ideal for formatted or corrupted partitions.

Read‑Only Process

PhotoRec never writes to the source device, preserving drive integrity. Recovered files are saved to a destination you choose.

Companion to TestDisk

Use TestDisk to recover partitions and boot sectors, then PhotoRec to restore files from the rebuilt or damaged volumes.

Guides & Best Practices

Follow the step‑by‑step guides for PhotoRec CLI and QPhotoRec GUI, including the Golden Rule of data recovery.