GetDataBack Simple 5.50

GetDataBack Simple is intended for file recovery and backup. The tool supports multiple types of devices, like hard disks, solid-state disks, memory cards and USB sticks. Likewise, it works with various file systems, including NTFS, FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, exFAT, EXT, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4 and HFS+, which makes it appropriate to rescue data from partitions other than those specifically formatted for Windows. It works on extreme data loss scenarios, like damaged or lost partition tables, boot records and root directories as well as drive reformatting and partitioning.

The program’s workflow is based on a series of wizards. During the process, big tile-like buttons come and go depending on the current operation. Unfortunately, I find the interface quite plain, and probably it needs a layout redesign in terms of using the available window space better.

To discover logical drives, you first need to choose one of the available physical disks. The next step is to select one of the drives, of course. Then, the program scans it and provides you with a list of all the files there, which is done much faster than by other similar software. The results include not only existing but also lost and duplicate files as well. It is great that the tool can accurately reconstruct directory structure. At this point, the program lets you examine file contents using a hexadecimal viewer. Then, it is possible to copy or open the selected files right from the program’s window. More