Retriving a folder from Recycle bin AFTER emptied

[MelissaZeith]

There is a folder I need to get back. I sent it to the recycle bin and emptied it already.  I remember one time reading that doing a reset of the computer to an earlier date (so that those folders would be back in bin) isn't a good thing to do.

 

So I wanted to ask YOU what options I have to get this folder back.

[Brian]

You are correct. Doing a restore to a previous version doesn't work that well, especially when trying to recover files and folders  

What version of Windows are you running? 

[MelissaZeith]

I am running windows 10

[Brian]

Oh boy. Have you tried right clicking the Recycle Bin and select restore? 

[MelissaZeith]

No. I've not tried anything cause i wanted to consult with you first.

[Brian]

See if that works. You might get lucky. If it doesn't, try installing and running Recuva:

https://www.piriform.com/recuva

There is a free version and a paid version. Try the free, but I'm sure you can upgrade and pony up the $25 to get the paid version. 

In my experience, sometimes it's worth using paid versions of software. 

[MelissaZeith]

Restore is not an option when right clicking on icon.  I am going to try the link you have suggested.

[MelissaZeith]

I just wanted to respond again for one to say thank you, and for two to let you and others know reading this, that the link software link worked for me.

I was able to retrieve the files that I emptied out of my recycle bin.  I was able to use the free version of the software.

 

Thank you again.