2 Ways to Retrieve Missing or Deleted Webcam Videos

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This article offers two efficient methods to assist you in recovering deleted or lost webcam videos, either through recycling bin recovery or by utilizing video recovery software. Follow the steps to effortlessly retrieve your missing webcam videos or DVR/CCTV videos in AVI, EXE, or MEGP formats.

How to retrieve deleted webcam video files

"I accidentally removed a video file from my computer that was captured by a Nest Webcam, and I've checked the Camera Roll folder on my PC: C:\Users\User Name\Pictures\Camera Roll. Only a few photos remained there."

How can I retrieve videos captured using the web camera? Any constructive suggestions?

Many users have a similar experience of losing one or more Webcam videos due to accidental deletion, hard drive formatting, virus attacks, or various other reasons. Don't worry, even if you have no knowledge about webcam video recovery.

To address this issue, the first step is to stop using the webcam and refrain from saving any new photos or videos to the Camera Roll folder.

Next, follow the methods on this page to recover lost video files from the Recycle Bin or use reliable video recovery software for assistance.

Follow the guidelines on this page, and you'll successfully recover your lost webcam video files with minimal effort.

Method 1: Recover deleted webcam videos from the recycle bin [2 minutes]

A tried-and-true method to recover lost videos created by the webcam is to restore them from the Recycle Bin. Typically, webcam videos are saved in the Camera Roll folder within the Windows Libraries section.

Files deleted from the folder will directly be moved to the Recycle Bin on your Desktop. Hence, you can undo the deletion with the following 3 simple steps:

1. Step 1: Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the Windows Desktop.
2. Step 2: Find the deleted photos, right-click on them, and select "Restore."
3. Step 3: The deleted videos will be restored from the Recycle Bin to their original locations.

Method 2: Recover Lost Webcam Videos with Video Recovery Software [3 Steps]

When webcam videos have been deleted or lost and do not appear in the recycle bin, don't worry. The reliable solution is to use a file recovery tool like Data Recovery Wizard. It excels in recovering webcam videos.

• It supports various video formats: AVI, EXE, MEGP, MOV, MP4, M4V, MKV, ASF, FLV, SWF, MPG, RM/RMVB, etc.
• It supports video recovery from multiple types of webcams and cameras: Nest, Blink, CCTV, HD DVR, IP cameras, video surveillance devices, car camera/recorder, etc.
• If your lost videos are smaller than 2GB, you can use the free file recovery software for assistance.

Download this program and follow the 3 simple steps to fully recover your deleted or lost webcam videos right now:

Step 1. Launch video recovery software.

Run the Data Recovery Wizard tool and select the location or device from where you deleted the videos. Click on Scan to scan and locate the missing videos.

Step 2. Locate deleted videos.

After the scan, review your deleted videos under the tab labeled "Deleted Files." Double-click on the discovered videos to preview them in the pop-up window.

Step 3. Choose and recover.

Select the video files you wish to restore. Click Recover to save the found videos to a secure location on your PC or another safe external storage device.

In summary, when you lose precious videos and photos taken by webcams, check the recycle bin first. You might find them there.

If nothing shows up, resort to the tool Data Recovery Wizard for assistance. It will scan and recover all your lost videos with just a few straightforward clicks.

BONUS TIP: Furthermore, we also suggest backing up valuable videos on your computer for safety. To save storage space, you can utilize free backup software like Todo Backup Free to create a full backup of all precious videos and files as a compressed image with just a few easy steps.