{"id":1481,"date":"2024-04-24T10:16:31","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T10:16:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/?p=1481"},"modified":"2024-08-20T09:06:53","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T09:06:53","slug":"system-restore-deleted-files","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/","title":{"rendered":"[Answered!] Will System Restore Recover Deleted Files?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Can your System Restore bring back deleted files? For anyone, dealing with lost files can be a major headache. It&#8217;s an unwanted interruption to your workflow, whether you unintentionally erased a crucial document or lost data due to a hardware malfunction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case you ever have such an experience, System Restore could be among the first things that spring to your mind to help restore your system to a previous version. You can read this post further to answer the question, will System Restore recover deleted files?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#Will_System_Restore_Recover_Deleted_Files\" >Will System Restore Recover Deleted Files?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#What_System_Restore_Can_Do\" >What System Restore Can Do?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#How_Do_Restore_Points_Work\" >How Do Restore Points Work?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#How_Do_I_Recover_Permanently_Deleted_Files_From_My_Computer\" >How Do I Recover Permanently Deleted Files From My Computer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#Further_Reading_How_To_Manually_Activate_System_Restore\" >Further Reading: How To Manually Activate System Restore?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/system-restore-deleted-files\/#FAQs_on_Windows_Restore_Files\" >FAQs on Windows Restore Files<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_System_Restore_Recover_Deleted_Files\"><\/span>Will System Restore Recover Deleted Files?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. Your files cannot be recovered using System Restore.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_System_Restore_Can_Do\"><\/span>What System Restore Can Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since System Restore cannot recover deleted files, what can it do? A system restore point is created by taking a snapshot of the Windows registry, installed applications, system files, and system settings. Does System Restore delete files? No, it does not. It leaves your file untouched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, System Restore only modifies Windows updates, system files, and system configurations. It can be used to undo any damaging system changes in case there\u2019s a malfunction or any other type of problem through the Shadow Copy functionality. For example, if your system update went wrong or a file is compromised, System Restore can roll the Windows OS and system file to a previous version before the malware attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shadow copy is a feature of Microsoft Windows that allows backup copies to be made of volumes or files even while they are being used, hence your system files are safe. Any personal files, such as emails, documents, music, videos, and photos, won&#8217;t be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To put it simply, System Restore&#8217;s goal is to return your computer to its optimal state or its typical operating condition. This is done by creating restore points from time to time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Restore_Points_Work\"><\/span>How Do Restore Points Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your computer periodically generates restore points, thanks to a feature called System Protection, which is used by System Restore. This feature allows you to go back in time and get your computer back to how it was when you wanted to undo certain unwanted system changes. It works like an \u2018undo\u2019 system \u2013 feels like you are Ctrl+Z-ing your system. However, this improves your chances of allowing <strong>Windows restore files<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Recover_Permanently_Deleted_Files_From_My_Computer\"><\/span>How Do I Recover Permanently Deleted Files From My Computer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Will System Restore recover deleted files? Since the answer is negative, if you have come into retrieving permanently deleted files, you may require data recovery software for help &#8211; the ONERECOVERY file recovery tool by TinyFrom is a good choice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-data-recovery-software-1.jpg\" alt=\"onerecovery data recovery software\" class=\"wp-image-2097\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-data-recovery-software-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-data-recovery-software-1-300x127.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While System Restore cannot retrieve deleted files, ONERECOVERY offers a potent data recovery solution for even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/restore-permanently-deleted-files-windows-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">permanently deleted files<\/a>. With robust scanning features and disc partition recovery support, ONERECOVERY is one of the top choices for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/restore-deleted-files-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Windows restore files<\/a>. Its practical method retrieves misplaced, erased, or damaged files from various devices including Mac, and Windows computers, and hard drives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike System Restore, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/win-data-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">ONERECOVERY<\/a> ensures the safe retrieval of deleted data, making it an indispensable tool for recovering lost files. You can recover lost data from the computer in some easy-to-follow steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On Windows, download and launch ONERECOVERY.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bak-pro-all-usa.oss-accelerate.aliyuncs.com\/recovery\/install\/OneRecoveryInstall_2.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"251\" height=\"91\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/onerecovery-win-download-button.png\" alt=\"onerecovery win download button\" class=\"wp-image-1768\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose a location to begin data recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"673\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/select-a-location-to-start-recovery-1024x673.png\" alt=\"select a location to start recovery\" class=\"wp-image-1327\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/select-a-location-to-start-recovery-1024x673.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/select-a-location-to-start-recovery-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/select-a-location-to-start-recovery-768x505.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/select-a-location-to-start-recovery.png 1132w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Examine the information that is saved on your device and include the lost data. Here, your data will experience the quick scan mode (which retrieves lost files quickly) and the deep scan mode to run concurrently, this helps to find all lost files thoroughly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/using-onerecovery-to-scan-the-drive-1024x709.jpg\" alt=\"using onerecovery to scan the drive\" class=\"wp-image-1551\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/using-onerecovery-to-scan-the-drive-1024x709.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/using-onerecovery-to-scan-the-drive-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/using-onerecovery-to-scan-the-drive-768x532.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/using-onerecovery-to-scan-the-drive.jpg 1134w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can check the accuracy of the result by previewing the recoverable data after scanning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To recover the document once you have located the correct document or document folder, click the &#8220;Recover&#8221; button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/click-recover-button-1024x711.jpg\" alt=\"click recover button\" class=\"wp-image-1552\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/click-recover-button-1024x711.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/click-recover-button-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/click-recover-button-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/click-recover-button.jpg 1133w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There you have it! The ONERECOVERY data recovery tool assists you in recovering important deleted data from unintentional and permanent deletion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Further_Reading_How_To_Manually_Activate_System_Restore\"><\/span>Further Reading: How To Manually Activate System Restore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we have discovered that System Restore is used to create restore points for your computer, this section will show how you can manually activate System Restore to create a restore point on your system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49To create a new restore point:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Open the Start Menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Type \u2018<strong><em>system restore<\/em><\/strong>\u2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Select \u2018<strong><em>Create a restore point<\/em><\/strong>\u2019 from the options displayed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Select \u2018<strong><em>Create<\/em><\/strong>\u2019 at the bottom of the \u2018Protection Settings\u2019 section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: To assist you in finding the restore point, type a description. The time and date are automatically added.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: Shortly after, you will receive a message letting you know that the restore point was successfully created.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/manually-activate-system-restore.png\" alt=\"manually activate system restore\" class=\"wp-image-1489\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/manually-activate-system-restore.png 411w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/manually-activate-system-restore-264x300.png 264w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, if you have a question like, is using System Restore to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/recover-deleted-files-not-in-recycle-bin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">recover a file I accidentally deleted<\/a> possible? The answer is no. Understanding the use of System Restore empowers users to make informed decisions, ensuring data safety and peace of mind. Remember, when it comes to retrieving accidentally deleted files, rely on data recovery software like ONERECOVERY instead of using System Restore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Windows_Restore_Files\"><\/span>FAQs on Windows Restore Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we will be giving clear answers to the most common questions about how to restore files on Windows. You can see them below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Does a System Restore Delete Everything?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>No.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, System Restore does delete and replace certain system files but not your files. After a System Restore, everything you created, including documents, notes, and photos, should be intact and available. However, that oversimplifies the functionality of System Restore, and you might lose access to some of your files as a result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you restore your operating system to a time before a piece of software was installed, it becomes unusable. The files for the program will still be in your storage, but they won&#8217;t be listed as installed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Can System Restore Recover Deleted Files From Recycle Bin?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>No.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Files from the Recycle Bin cannot be restored using System Restore. A file that you delete and place in the Recycle Bin is effectively still there on your computer; it&#8217;s just in a different place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>User-generated content, such as files in the Recycle Bin, is unaffected by System Restore, which functions by rolling back your system files and settings to a previous version. Instead of using System Restore, you just need to restore the files straight from the Recycle Bin to recover them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Are Permanently Deleted Files Gone Forever?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, files that have been permanently erased usually disappear forever. After removing a file from your computer and emptying the Recycle Bin, the operating system designates the space that the file once occupied as free for new data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, with specialized data recovery software such as ONERECOVERY, it is possible to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/restore-permanently-deleted-files-windows-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">recover the permanently deleted file<\/a> until that space is overwritten by new data. However, once overwritten, the original data cannot be recovered, so files that are permanently erased are essentially lost forever. To avoid irreversible data loss, it is therefore essential to periodically back up important files.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can your System Restore bring back deleted files? For anyone, dealing with lost files can&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1491,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1481","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-file-recovery"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1481"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1481"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1481\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2274,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1481\/revisions\/2274"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1491"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1481"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1481"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1481"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}