Local, Device-Only Workflow
Scanning and preview stay on your device. Refindo is built for local recovery workflows rather than cloud upload or remote processing.
Refindo Data Recovery
Recover deleted files on Windows and macOS.
Scan and preview for free, then pay only when you're ready.
Scan for free
Preview your files
Recover what matters
No card for free scanPreview before you pay7-day money-back guarantee
What Refindo does
Scan deep, preview first, recover to a safe destination. Your files stay local.
Quick Scan & Deep Scan
Start with a fast metadata scan, then go deeper with a read-only sector scan for formatted or damaged volumes. Nothing is written to your source drive.
Preview Before You Pay
Run a free scan and preview supported images, text files, PDFs, and Word or Excel documents. Know exactly what you can recover before committing.
Local, Private Workflow
Your files never leave your device. Refindo scans and previews locally, with no cloud upload and no remote processing.
Works With Everyday Storage
Scan internal drives, external hard drives, USB drives, and SD cards recognized by Windows or macOS.
Safer Recovery to a Separate Drive
Recover selected files to a different destination drive, reducing overwrite risk on the original source volume.
Clear Support & Refund Path
Need help? Contact [email protected]. Paid plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Built for cautious recovery.
Clear limits, local processing, and a workflow you can verify. Data recovery is a trust decision, and Refindo makes the important parts explicit before you commit.
Read-Only Scanning
Start with Quick Scan, then use Deep Scan when needed. The scan workflow is designed to inspect the source drive without writing new data to it.
Preview Before You Pay
Run a free scan first, preview recoverable files, and recover up to 500 MB before choosing a paid plan. That helps you decide with evidence instead of promises.
Safer Recovery Guidance
Refindo is built around recovering files to a different destination drive, which helps reduce overwrite risk on the original source volume.
Clear Support and Refund Path
Need help or a refund review? Contact [email protected]. Paid plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Supported Platforms and File Systems
Refindo currently supports macOS 12+ and Windows 10/11, with recovery workflows for NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, and APFS volumes.
Scan. Preview. Recover.
A transparent workflow with no guesswork.
01
Scan Your Drive
Choose a disk and start with Quick Scan for fast metadata-based recovery. If key files are missing, switch to Deep Scan for a broader read-only search. Nothing is written to your source drive.
02
Preview What Matters
Filter by file type, location, and time. Preview supported images, text files, PDFs, and Word or Excel documents before you decide. Verify recoverability first, then choose only the files you need.
03
Recover Safely
Select the files and restore them to a safe destination in a few clicks. Your recovered data is ready to use immediately. Recommended: recover to a different drive to avoid overwrite.
Simple pricing. No surprises.
Find your files first. Pay only when you're ready to recover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers before you buy.
Is scanning really free?
Yes. You can download Refindo, run a full scan, and preview recoverable files without entering a card.
Does scanning write anything to the source drive?
Refindo is designed around a read-only scan workflow. You inspect the source drive first, then recover selected files to a different destination.
Can I preview files before I pay?
Yes. Refindo is built around a preview-first flow, so you can verify what is recoverable before purchasing a plan.
Does Refindo upload my files to the cloud?
No. Recovery operations are local. Files stay on your device during scan and preview.
What can I verify before I buy?
You can run a free scan, review recoverable results, and preview supported file types before deciding whether to pay for recovery.
What systems and file systems does Refindo support?
Refindo currently supports macOS 12+ (Intel and Apple Silicon) and Windows 10/11 (64-bit), with recovery workflows for NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, and APFS.
Why should I recover files to another drive?
Saving recovered files to a different destination helps reduce overwrite risk on the original source drive, which is safer for difficult recovery cases.
What if recovery is not successful?
Start with the free scan and preview to evaluate recoverability first. Paid plans also include a 7-day money-back guarantee.
How do I request a refund?
Email [email protected] within 7 days of purchase and include your order email or order ID. Our team will review and process your refund request as quickly as possible.
Does Refindo support external drives and SD cards?
Yes. Refindo supports external hard drives, USB flash drives, and SD cards. If your system can detect the device, Refindo can scan it (including NTFS, APFS, FAT32, and exFAT).
How can I contact support?
Email [email protected] and our team will help with setup, recovery workflow, and license questions.
Still have questions? Contact support.
Disaster Recovery Guides
Start from the exact failure you see: a Mac disk warning, a Windows drive that turns RAW or asks to be formatted, an APFS volume that disappeared, an SD card that will not mount, or files gone after emptying the Recycle Bin. Each guide explains what to avoid, when recovery is realistic, and how to scan before writing anything back to the source.
Windows 10/11 (64-bit)macOS 12+ (Intel & Apple Silicon)External HDD/SSD, USB, SD card
Free Data Recovery SoftwareFile RecoveryRecover Deleted FilesMac Data RecoveryWindows Data RecoveryPhoto RecoveryVideo RecoveryFormatted Drive RecoveryUSB Drive RecoveryFlash Drive RecoverySD Card RecoveryRecover Files from SD CardRecover Deleted PhotosRecycle Bin and Trash RecoveryExternal Hard Drive RecoveryHard Drive RecoveryPartition RecoveryAPFS RecoveryRecover Word DocumentsRecover Excel FilesRecover PDF FilesHow Refindo WorksData Recovery SafetySupported File SystemsData Recovery PricingData Recovery Glossary
Mac / External SSD
External SSD Not Mounting on MacSanDisk Extreme Not MountingMac External Drive UnreadableDisk Utility Cannot Repair This DiskThe Disk You Attached Was Not ReadableMac Disk Disappeared After RebootSSD Shows Up but Cannot OpenExternal Hard Drive Not Showing Up on MacExternal Hard Drive Not Mounting on MacWD My Passport Not Mounting on MacSamsung T7 Not Mounting on MacSeagate External Drive Not Showing UpMac External Drive Shows in Disk Utility but Not FinderRecover Data from Erased Mac External Drive
Windows / External
External Hard Drive Not Showing Up on WindowsUSB Drive Not Showing Up on WindowsSD Card Not Detected on WindowsDisk Unknown, Not Initialized on WindowsDrive Is Not Accessible: The Parameter Is IncorrectYou Need to Format the Disk Before You Can Use ItWindows Was Unable to Complete the FormatSeagate External Drive Not Detected on Windows
APFS
NTFS
NTFS Drive Became RAWCHKDSK Is Not Available for RAW DrivesRecover Files After CHKDSKRecover a Formatted NTFS DriveRecover Deleted Files from an NTFS DriveThe File or Directory Is Corrupted and UnreadableLost Partition Recovery on WindowsRecover Permanently Deleted Files on WindowsRecover Files After Emptying the Recycle Bin
exFAT
Recover Formatted exFAT DriveexFAT Drive Not MountingexFAT CorruptedUSB Drive Not Showing Up on MacUSB Drive Says It Needs FormattingexFAT Drive Says It Needs FormattingRecover Deleted Files from exFAT DriveRecover Files from RAW USB DriveRecover Files from Formatted USB DriveExternal Drive Turned RAW
SD Card
Photos
Start with a free scan, inspect recoverable files, then decide what to restore. Go to Download or check Pricing when you're ready.
Your files may still be recoverable.
Check before you pay.
Download Refindo and run a free scan. Preview results before choosing a recovery plan.
Works on Windows & macOSScans stay on your device7-day money-back guarantee