It's not just about freeing up space on your computer, Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says. It's about protecting your digital memories and important documents.

Copilot on Windows can now retrieve files from your PC’s hard drive. I've tested the AI-driven search feature and show you how to benefit.

In this article, we will show you eight proven ways to help you find and get back erased, lost, or even permanently deleted files on your PC, including free ways and third-party recovery tools.