{"id":58293,"date":"2026-04-16T12:20:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:20:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/?p=58293"},"modified":"2026-04-16T12:20:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T12:20:41","slug":"samsung-ssd-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/samsung-ssd-recovery.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Recover Files with Samsung SSD Recovery Tool"},"content":{"rendered":"

Noticed some files have vanished from your Samsung SSD (solid-state drive)? Or maybe the drive has become inaccessible, and you\u2019re no longer able to access your files. Worse yet, the presence of TRIM on SSDs means your data could be permanently cleared at any moment.<\/p>\r\n

It is possible to recover the data, but in order to do so safely, you must follow a specific workflow. Stop all write operations, create a byte-to-byte image of the drive, and then scan it with a Samsung SSD recovery tool.<\/p>\r\n

The steps below are drawn from our in-house team\u2019s hands-on testing across common Samsung SSD scenarios, including recent file deletions, lost partitions, and file system corruption.<\/div>\r\n

<\/span>When Does DIY Samsung SSD Recovery Actually Work?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Samsung SSD data recovery can be done at home with really good odds in most cases, so long as the drive is not physically damaged. While TRIM will permanently erase files deleted either deliberately or via formatting, there are many instances where it won\u2019t run at all. For example, file system corruption, a partition turning RAW, or the accidental deletion of a partition (without formatting) do not trigger TRIM, since the operating system (OS) cannot determine which blocks are free. In these cases, your chances of recovering data from the SSD<\/a> are very good if you act quickly and correctly.<\/p>\r\n

TRIM does not run on USB-connected external SSDs (with the exception of some, very rare USB 3.0+ drives), so any deleted data is not at risk of being erased. Some Thunderbolt-connected external SSDs support TRIM, but this is very<\/em> rare, and it\u2019s very much the exception rather than the rule.<\/div>\r\n

Here are two preliminary steps you can take to significantly improve your odds of recovering the data:<\/p>\r\n

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  1. Switch the SSD to read-only mode.<\/strong> Typically, this is done by modifying the disk’s attributes with DiskPart<\/a>, but it\u2019s much easier to do with software<\/strong> like Disk Drill (which we demonstrate below<\/a>). Read-only mode prevents new data from being written to the SSD, which would otherwise overwrite the data you\u2019re trying to recover.<\/li>\r\n\t
  2. Create a byte-to-byte disk image.<\/strong> An image of the entire SSD in its current state preserves the data, so that even if TRIM, drive failure, or background processes erase the data, you can still work from the image. Disk Drill can do this too<\/strong>, or with dedicated software like Macrium Reflect<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    We\u2019ll show you how to make the SSD read-only and create a backup in the next set of steps, which encompasses the entire recovery workflow from start to finish.<\/p>\r\n

    <\/span>How to Use Samsung SSD Data Recovery Software<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

    Acting quickly is key to recovering as much data as possible. To do this, you need to scan the drive with SSD data recovery software<\/a>. We use Disk Drill<\/a> for this task, as it comes with all the necessary tools to scan the SSD, see what data is present, and recover it, whether it\u2019s Windows or macOS<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

    <\/span>Step 1: Download and Open Disk Drill<\/span><\/h3>\r\n

    Download<\/a>, install, and open Disk Drill. Do not install Disk Drill to the same SSD you\u2019re recovering data from, as this risks corrupting data beyond recovery (another reason why we make the drive read-only).<\/p>\r\n

    💡 Pro tip:<\/strong> Make your SSD read-only by right-clicking it from the Storage Devices<\/strong> screen in Disk Drill and then choosing Remount volume as read-only<\/strong>.<\/div>\r\n

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    <\/span>Step 2: Create a Byte-to-Byte Backup (Optional)<\/span><\/h3>\r\n

    If you have the means, creating a backup of the drive is highly recommended. However, this step is optional in case you don\u2019t have time or sufficient space to handle a backup. Click Byte-to-byte Backup<\/strong> in the left pane. From there, you can select your Samsung SSD, then click Create backup<\/strong>. Give the backup a name, choose where it will be stored, then click OK<\/strong>. You can then return to the Storage Devices<\/strong> screen and add the byte-to-byte image to Disk Drill using the Assign disk image<\/strong> option, making it a scannable option.<\/p>\r\n

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    <\/span>Step 3: Scan for Lost Data<\/span><\/h3>\r\n

    Select your SSD or created image and click Search for lost data<\/strong>. From there, if prompted, click Universal Scan<\/strong> to begin an all-encompassing scan that searches for all files, utilizing all possible scanning methods. Advanced Camera Recovery<\/strong> is reserved for recovering fragmented videos shot by cameras and drones. If your drive isn\u2019t appearing, confirm all cables and ports are working and firmly connected.<\/p>\r\n

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    <\/span>Step 4: Preview Recovery Results<\/span><\/h3>\r\n

    Preview what files were found and select the ones you want to recover. Quick tip: Any file that can be previewed is recoverable. Your data will be broken down into three categories:<\/p>\r\n