{"id":5795,"date":"2025-05-06T15:44:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T15:44:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/blog\/?p=5795"},"modified":"2025-05-06T15:44:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T15:44:19","slug":"how-to-recover-files-from-a-crashed-hard-disk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/blog\/post\/how-to-recover-files-from-a-crashed-hard-disk","title":{"rendered":"How to Recover Files from a Crashed Hard Disk: Complete Guide for Hard Drive Data Recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1228.5px;margin-left: calc(-5% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-5% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.375%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.375%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.375%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.375%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:2.375%;--awb-spacing-left-small:2.375%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Is it possible to recover data from a broken or dead hard drive?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Yes, you can recover data from your broken or dead hard drive but only if the platters are intact. 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Most recovery programs will often bypass damaged and bad sectors and recover files from HDD which are undamaged or recoverable.\"\n    }\n  }]\n}\n<\/script><div class=\"fusion-content-boxes content-boxes columns row fusion-columns-1 fusion-columns-total-1 fusion-content-boxes-1 content-boxes-icon-with-title content-left\" style=\"--awb-item-margin-top:1px;--awb-item-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-margin-top:1px;--awb-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-circle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color4);\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div style=\"--awb-backgroundcolor:rgba(255,255,255,0);\" class=\"fusion-column content-box-column content-box-column content-box-column-1 col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-sm-12 fusion-content-box-hover content-box-column-last content-box-column-last-in-row\"><div class=\"col content-box-wrapper content-wrapper link-area-box content-icon-wrapper-yes icon-hover-animation-none\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><div class=\"heading heading-with-icon icon-left\"><div class=\"icon\"><span style=\"height:42px;width:42px;line-height:22px;border-color:rgba(255,255,255,0);border-width:1px;border-style:solid;background-color:var(--awb-color8);box-sizing:content-box;border-radius:50%;\"><i style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color8);border-width:1px;background-color:var(--awb-color7);box-sizing:content-box;height:40px;width:40px;line-height:40px;border-radius:50%;position:relative;top:auto;left:auto;margin:0;border-radius:50%;font-size:20px;\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fontawesome-icon fa-list-ul fas circle-yes\"><\/i><\/span><\/div><p class=\"content-box-heading\" style=\"--body_typography-font-size:24px;line-height:29px;\">Table of Contents<\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<hr \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"awb-toc-el awb-toc-el--1\" data-awb-toc-id=\"1\" data-awb-toc-options=\"{&quot;allowed_heading_tags&quot;:{&quot;h2&quot;:0},&quot;ignore_headings&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;ignore_headings_words&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;enable_cache&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;highlight_current_heading&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;hide_hidden_titles&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;limit_container&quot;:&quot;post_content&quot;,&quot;select_custom_headings&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:&quot;fa-angle-double-right fas&quot;,&quot;counter_type&quot;:&quot;custom_icon&quot;}\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:1px;--awb-item-font-family:&#039;Bookman Old Style&#039;, serif;--awb-item-font-style:italic;--awb-item-font-weight:700;--awb-item-overflow:hidden;--awb-item-white-space:nowrap;--awb-item-text-overflow:ellipsis;\"><div class=\"awb-toc-el__content\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><hr \/>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h2><b>Introduction<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A computer\u2019s crashed hard disk could spell disaster, especially if it holds important documents, critical work files, and precious photos. Be it due to physical damage, software failure, or unexpected power interruptions; a crash usually results in data being inaccessible, and in the modern world free of hard drives, data recovery is almost non-existent. In most cases, users can regain access to their critical data without a professional\u2019s assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide focuses on how to recover files from a hard drive by using various methods such as DIY strategies and more professional tools and services.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Causes a Hard Drive Crash?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in a successful hard disk recovery is understanding what<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">causes a hard disk to crash<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A hard drive can fail due to several reasons. Let\u2019s find out the reasons behind a hard drive crash.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Physical Damage<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A laptop dropped or exposed to excessive heat or water can damage the hard drive physically.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>File System Corruption<\/strong>:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Improper shutdowns or power outages result in your file system corruption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Bad Sectors<\/strong>:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Obsolete sectors on the drive such as unreadable areas are also referred to as bad sectors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Malware Attacks<\/strong>:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Data loss can occur when a computer virus corrupts or encrypts essential information.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Firmware Issues<\/strong>:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Failure of the hard drive can lead to crash due to errors in its controlling firmware.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of the reasons behind the failure, there are various methods to recover hard drive data and bring your file back to your system.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2><b>Step-by-Step Guide: Recovering Data from a Hard Drive<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s find out step by step how to recovering data from a hard drive. Each section differs depending on whether the hard drive is physically damaged or logically corrupted.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 1: Stop Using the Drive Immediately After a Crash<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the hard drive starts making awkward clicking or grinding sounds, please do not use the device. As the drive is used further, information and make recovering data from a hard drive become complex. Disconnect the device completely if you hear grinding or clicking noises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 2: Analyse the Sort of Hard Drive Crash<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard drive crash recovery tells us what caused the issue and how the procedure must be dealt with. Let\u2019s discuss the types of failure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Logical Failure<\/strong>:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In this situation, the hard drive can still be detected physically. However, you can\u2019t get access to the files. This occurs mainly due to system bugs alongside corrupted system files.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Physical Failure<\/strong>: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the hard drive experiences physical failure, it will be completely undetectable and make odd, unexplained noises. Depending on the recovery, professional assistance may or may not be needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Step 3: Use Data Recovery Software (If Logic Failure Occurs)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the drive is logically damaged, your last chance is data recovery software. These software can recover files from HDDs and restore deleted, formatted, or inaccessible files. Let\u2019s take a look to the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">list of these best software\u2019s list:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Best Hard Drive Data Recovery Software:\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recuva (Windows)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stellar Data Recovery\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disk Drill (Mac &amp; Windows)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PhotoRec<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>How to Recover Files from a Hard Drive Using Software?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, install the recovery program on a separate drive. It will help eliminate any potential file overwriting.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access the software and identify the hard disk that is non-operational.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Execute a comprehensive search that will uncover hidden and erased files.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore files from HDD to secured storage locations and preview them for validation.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidental deletion or formatting of data does not restrict these applications from recovering files or recover data from hard drives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 4: Connect the Hard Drive to a Different Computer<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, the problem could be with your OS or your hardware configurations. Remove the hard disk and insert it in a different computer using a SATA-to-USB adapter or external enclosure. If the system recognizes it, you may be able to recover hard drive data by copying important files or using recovery tools.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 5: Restore Data from Hard Drive Using Backed-Up Recovery Systems<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you regularly keep backups using Windows File History or Time Machine (Mac) or even other cloud storage such as Google Drive or Dropbox, then file recovery is not difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is the process to restore data from hard drive backups:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launch your backup software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to the data before the failure happened.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the files or folders and press restore.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Step 6: Recover Data from Damaged Hard Drive (Physical Issues)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard drive data recovery from a damaged drive is more intricate with physical destruction. You have two options:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Data Recovery Services from Professionals<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case your drive is making odd sounds or is not functioning at all, consider professionals assistance. These companies have cleanrooms and specialized tools to recover data from damaged hard drive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recovery tools will cost you anywhere from $300 to $2000 depending on the degree of destruction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. DIY Physical Recovery (High Risk)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may come across instructions on how to freeze the drive or open it up. Unless you are an expert, we caution against this for it may cause greater harm, but in case you don\u2019t have any other options:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using the cool method, touch the drive, and hope the platters move.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only attempt this if data isn\u2019t critical.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Tips to Recover Files from a Damaged Hard Drive<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A corrupted hard drive has sectors that can still be read. The following steps will assist in<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to recover files<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from a damaged hard drive:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Execute CHKDSK as part of Windows OS.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter this command in command prompt: chkdsk D: \/f \/r \/x<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The command checks for errors and attempts to rectify them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use CMD to recover files from hard drive:<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this command: ATTRIB -H -R -S \/S \/D D:\\*. *<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The command recovers files that were hidden in corrupted drives.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Linux Live CD option:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to access the drive through booting your PC with Linux USB. In some cases, windows can\u2019t work but Linux helps to read the drive.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h2><b>How to Recover Files from HDD vs SSD?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HDDs house data in a magnetic format, while SSDs employ flash memory. Retrieving corrupted data from hard disk drives tends to be the most reliable due to a lower risk of overwritten data. Solid state drives are more complex, especially with TRIM activated, as they automatically erase the data blocks marked for deletion. Other SSDs can enable hard drive crash recovery after a hard reset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other premium devices like R-Studio and UFS Explorer offer flexibility when dealing with solid-state drives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Can You Recover Data from A Formatted Hard Drive?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data is not permanently lost when you format a device. You can still recover a hard drive if it has been formatted:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select the suitable recovery software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launch a full system scan.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search for available partitions with a file system or RAW data.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recover files from the hard drive and save them on a different storage device.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>How to Prevent Future Data Loss?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although hard drive data recovery data is doable, taking preventive tips is a better option. The following points will help prevent loss of data:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular Backups:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Conduct routine backups on <a href=\"https:\/\/directmacro.com\/blog\/post\/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-using-external-hard-drives\">external hard drives<\/a> or cloud services.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid Overheating:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Store devices in cool areas to prevent overheating.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use Surge Protectors:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use voltage surge protectors to avoid electrical damage to your hard drive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run Antivirus Software:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Run antivirus software to block malware that would corrupt sensitive data.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update Firmware:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ensure the hard drive\u2019s firmware is up to date.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>Summary of Recovery Options<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a summary of the recovery options for hard drive data. Let&#8217;s take a final look at this chart.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"table-1\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:30px;\">\n<table style=\"height: 493px;\" width=\"989\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Situation<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Method<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Logical Crash<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use recovery software (e.g., EaseUS, Recuva)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Physical Damage<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional recovery services<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Minor corruption<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMD\/CHKDSK\/Linux Live CD<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Drive not booting<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use as external drive<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Deleted files<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep scan with recovery tool<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Formatted drive<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scan with recovery software<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Backup available<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore via Time Machine, File History, or cloud<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h2><b>Final Thoughts<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The worry of losing crucial files because of a hard disk failure is understandable. However, there is no need to panic. In most cases, you can recover hard drive data if you understand the reason behind the crash and use the appropriate recovery technique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are numerous<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">methods for recover a hard drive<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, even when it seems difficult to access, such as using dedicated software or seeking the help of IT professionals. With urgency and adhering to this guide, you can safely and efficiently retrieve data from the hard drive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always remember that the most effective way to protect your data loss is to make frequent backups, so begin backing up your data on a daily basis instead of trying to recover files from corrupted hard drive later.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3><strong>Is it possible to recover data from a broken or dead hard drive?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can recover data from your broken or dead hard drive but only if the platters are intact. In this situation we recommend you to get professional assistance or advance tools to recover hard disk data.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How much does it cost to recover files from a hard drive?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most DIY Software offers services for free or for a maximum of $100. Professional help may set you back hundreds to thousands, depending on the extent of the damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Is it safe to use free recovery tools?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, but if the tools are reputable and safe, like Recuva or PhotoRec. Do not save recovered file data to the same drive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Is it possible to recover data from HDDs with bad sectors?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely. 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