How Can I Recover Files Deleted from OneDrive?

Answer:

• Standard Deletion Recovery: Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin and remain there for 30 days before permanent deletion.
• Retention Policies: For organizations, admins can configure extended retention settings for compliance, which may allow recovery beyond the standard period.

Steps to Recover Deleted Files:

1. Open OneDrive on your device or via the web.
2. Go to the Recycle Bin (desktop: right-click on the OneDrive icon; web: found on the left sidebar).
3. Select the file(s) you want to recover and click Restore.

Recover Permanently Deleted Files:

• Contact your administrator (for business accounts) or Microsoft Support for recovery if files exceed the 30-day window and your organization has retention policies enabled.

Note: 

​Retention policies depend on your Microsoft 365 subscription and organizational settings.