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hey masters of computer I m also new here and i want help from u about recover some of my lost files and great wishes to u ..
I did lock some files by Free Hide Folder software. after a few days my brother install a new windows copy and format the C drive . But i sow that my locked files are not showing after install the new windows but my locked files were in E drive and I have no recover files of that .. but I am sure that the files are not gone because they took 10 GB space till now .. these files were Images , Videos .. so what can I do or how can I recover or get these files .. please tell me back elder brother .. i m in so much trouble now .. So please help me

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A few practical facts and a short recovery plan based on the thread: ’s E: still using ~10 GB strongly suggests the media blocks are still occupied — the reinstall of Windows on C: removed the unlocking program but did not necessarily erase the data on E:. Because attempts to reveal files with a simple archive viewer failed and ’s attribute-style check didn’t expose anything, this looks more like a program-created container or a driver-level hiding/encryption rather than a plain “hidden attribute” problem.

Immediate steps (do these first)

  • Stop writing to E:. Any further writes can overwrite recoverable data.
  • Make a complete, bit-for-bit image of E: to a separate disk and work on that image only. Image once and preserve the original as read-only.
  • Work from the image when trying recovery tools so the original remains intact.

Recovery approaches to try on the image

  • Use a file-carving tool that targets pictures and video (these recover file contents without relying on filesystem entries). Recover to a different physical disk.
  • Scan the image for very large single files or files with odd extensions — many “hide folder” programs pack items into one container. If a large container is present, contact the vendor rather than trying to force it open.
  • Try a filesystem-repair/forensics tool that can rebuild or read damaged metadata; that sometimes makes files visible again without cracking a password.

If those fail

  • Provide proof of ownership and contact the software vendor for an official recovery path.
  • If vendor help is unavailable, consult a reputable professional data-recovery service — they can image, analyze, and advise without risking further damage.

Note: follow ’s reminder about legality and never attempt to circumvent protections on drives or files that aren’t yours.

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Depends a bit on how that pgm hides the files.... maybe by simply changing file attributes and names? If it does the job without encryption then it should not be too difficult to find them.

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i locked that files by software .. for that the files were hidden . nobody can't sea that files without entering that software by password . after open that software it should be unlocked to sea files

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Okay, try this: go Start, and run..
cmd
In the cmd window that opens enter...
attrib -r -s -h E:\* /s /d
Do you see any of your files now? Names may be changed..

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Okay, that will not work, but I downloaded the software, used it to hide a test folder, and so have discovered what it does.. but now I am not sure whether I should tell you how to recover the files because in doing so I will ruin that piece of software for all. I shall have to ask a moderator.

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Download and Install 7-Zip file manager and try opening the folders. It will show you all hidden files.

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I am really so sad because of 7 zip file manager doesn't show my files :(
I think I have no way to open that files So i am very upset and crying :((

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I am afraid this thread will now be closed before any further advice given comes under the 'Keep it legal' rule. ie: Do not ask for help to pursue any illegal activity including, but not limited to, hacking............
@ the OP. I suggest you seek tech support from the software manufacturers in question to see if they can assist you further.
Please do not start another thread with this same topic.

Thank you for understanding.

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