Accidentally deleting files from an SD card can be a distressing experience, especially when faced with costly recovery software options. A recent Reddit thread sheds light on this issue, offering community-driven solutions and personal experiences that may guide you through the recovery process.
One user shared their predicament:
“I deleted some video files off an SD card before moving them onto my external hard drive like an idiot. I’ve found two applications (Tenorshare 4DDiG and Disk Drill) that have recovered the files (It showed me previews of the lost videos) but to actually recover them back to the SD card I’d have to pay what seems like an absurd amount of money ($50 and $80 respectively) for a license to use the program completely.”
Seeking more affordable alternatives, the user turned to the Reddit community for advice:
“Does anyone know of a free or at least cheaper service that can do that same thing? Those prices seem absolutely insane to me but I’ve never looked for this kind of service before so I may be out of touch. Thank you!”
In response, the original poster discovered a free solution:
“For anyone that has the same question, I found a service called DMDE that is free and seems to have worked just fine. UI is a little complex for someone who isn’t that into the nitty-gritty of computers but I got it done.”
They provided a link to the software: https://dmde.com/
Another Redditor expressed gratitude after successfully recovering their files using DMDE:
“Fixed my problem, I could recover my files from the SD card before formatting it. BIG THANK YOU!!”
For those unfamiliar with DMDE, the community recommended tutorials to navigate its intricate interface:
“This video helped me – Basics of File Recovery with DMDE (Free Software) – YouTube“
A user recounted their positive experience with DMDE after a significant data loss:
“I recently did a photo shoot for my gf’s bday and lost the files after loading them on my Mac and then switching to my Windows desktop. It was over 1500 images. I used Google and found this subreddit. I was able to use a completely free tool DMDE.com to solve my problem after watching the videos – Basics of File Recovery with DMDE (Free Software) – YouTube“
In summary, while premium data recovery tools like Tenorshare 4DDiG and Disk Drill offer robust features, free alternatives such as DMDE have proven effective for many users. Although DMDE’s interface may present a learning curve, available tutorials can assist in navigating the software. Always exercise caution when recovering lost data to prevent further complications.
This post is based on experiences shared in a Reddit thread and reflects individual user accounts.
If free solutions do not resolve your data recovery needs, contact Zapfixers for data recovery services for various devices, including SD cards.
