EaseUS Debuts New Fragment Recovery Engine
- EaseUS is preparing to launch Data Recovery Wizard 20.1.0, introducing a new SmartSector Rebuild engine designed to recover fragmented files from heavily used storage devices.
- The technology aims to solve one of the most persistent challenges in consumer data recovery by reconstructing files that traditional tools cannot restore.
- The update significantly improves recovery success rates across a wide range of devices, from SD cards to external hard drives.
A New Approach to Fragmented File Recovery
EaseUS announced that its upcoming Data Recovery Wizard 20.1.0 will feature the first release of the SmartSector Rebuild (SSR) Engine. The technology is designed to locate, rebuild and recover fragmented files with greater accuracy than conventional methods. SSR analyzes internal data signatures, leftover metadata and the physical proximity of storage blocks to reconstruct files previously considered unrecoverable. Users can preview processed files before finalizing recovery, reducing the risk of retrieving corrupted or incomplete data.
The company highlights that fragmented files on long‑used USB drives, SD cards and external hard drives represent a major real‑world challenge. Traditional recovery tools often fail when dealing with devices that have undergone years of deletions, rewrites or formatting. SSR aims to address this gap by intelligently piecing together scattered file fragments. The result is a more reliable recovery process for both everyday users and professionals.
Improved Performance Across Aging Storage Media
EaseUS reports that version 20.1.0 delivers a 30% improvement in recovery success rates on FAT32, exFAT and other common file systems. This enhancement is particularly noticeable on devices that have been used extensively over long periods. The new engine can reconstruct fragmented photos, videos, Office documents and PDFs from worn‑out storage media. These improvements help resolve common issues such as “cannot recover” or “file corrupted” errors.
The update is positioned as a practical solution for users who rely on removable storage for important data. Photographers and video creators can recover high‑value media from formatted or heavily used SD cards. Students and office workers can restore documents from aging USB drives, even after accidental formatting. Content managers and archivists benefit from the ability to retrieve playable video files from frequently deleted or reformatted external drives.
Local Processing and Privacy‑Focused Design
EaseUS emphasizes that all recovery operations in version 20.1.0 are performed locally on the user’s device. No files are uploaded to external servers, ensuring full data privacy throughout the recovery process. The company describes the new release as its most advanced recovery solution to date. It encourages users to explore the updated algorithm and learn how SSR can address complex data‑loss scenarios.
The broader EaseUS product ecosystem supports home, education and SMB users across multiple platforms. Founded in 2004, the company now serves more than 100 million users worldwide. Its portfolio includes tools for backup, system optimization, partition management and multimedia. The introduction of SSR marks a significant step in the evolution of its data recovery technology.
Fragmented file recovery has historically been one of the most difficult challenges in consumer data restoration. Many legacy tools rely heavily on metadata structures that degrade over time, making reconstruction unreliable on older devices. SSR’s use of physical block analysis aligns with techniques more commonly found in forensic‑grade recovery systems. This shift suggests that advanced recovery capabilities may become increasingly accessible to everyday users as the technology continues to evolve.
