Recuva is a powerful file recovery software designed to help users restore accidentally deleted files, including photos, documents, music, and more. Created by Piriform, the makers of CCleaner, Recuva uses advanced deep analysis algorithms to recover data even in challenging situations.

The software excels at recovering files from the Recycle Bin, external drives, USB flash drives, SD cards, and other removable media. It’s particularly effective for restoring data lost due to system crashes, virus attacks, or user error.

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File size: 24.5 MB

OS support: Windows

Windows

Recuva 1.55.133

Notable Features

Deep File Analysis: Uses advanced algorithms to scan and recover files that may seem permanently lost, even from formatted or damaged partitions.
Recycle Bin Recovery: Recovers files even after the Windows Recycle Bin has been emptied, restoring data that appears completely deleted.
Media File Support: Specialized filters for recovering digital photos, images, and MP3 tracks with high success rates.
External Device Recovery: Supports recovery from USB drives, SD cards, external hard drives, and other removable storage devices.
Quick and Deep Scan Options: Offers fast initial scans with optional deep sector-by-sector analysis for thorough recovery.
Visual Recovery Status: Displays colored indicators (green, yellow, red) showing the likelihood of successful file recovery.
Resource Efficient: Lightweight design that runs efficiently without consuming significant system resources.
User-Friendly Wizard: Step-by-step wizard helps users quickly specify file types and locations for targeted recovery.

Technical Details

Software Name	Recuva
Version	1.55.133
License	Freeware
File Size	24.5 MB
OS Support	Windows
Language	Multi-language
Developer	Piriform
Homepage	https://www.ccleaner.com/recuva
Last Updated	June 22, 2026

Installation Guide

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Installation Steps

Click the download button to get the Recuva installer for your Windows system
Locate the downloaded rcsetup155.exe file and double-click to run it
Follow the on-screen installation wizard to complete setup
Launch Recuva and select the files or locations you want to recover

Compatibility: Compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7

Problem Solving

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Issue: Installation fails – Solution: Right-click and run as administrator
Issue: Cannot recover files – Solution: Stop using the drive immediately to prevent overwriting

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