Forum Rules and Discussion Standards

Welcome to the Forum provided by 7 Data Recovery Experts  👋

This community is dedicated to discussing data recovery, storage devices, file systems, and backup strategies across platforms such as Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Our goal is to provide a respectful, helpful space where users can exchange knowledge and receive trustworthy advice from experienced professionals and fellow members.

To keep the forum useful and welcoming for everyone, please read and follow the rules below.

1. Be Respectful and Kind

Harassment, hostility, or abusive behavior will not be tolerated. This includes personal attacks, threats, hate speech, or offensive jokes—especially those targeting race, gender, religion, nationality, or personal background. Treat others as you would want to be treated.

2. Use Appropriate Language

Please keep your language polite and professional. This forum is accessible to users of all ages and backgrounds, so profanity, obscene language, and explicit content are not allowed.

3. Stay On Topic

Posts should relate to data recovery, storage hardware, file systems, backups, or closely related technical issues.
Off-topic discussions, political content, unrelated tech support, or spam will be removed.

4. Be Helpful and Share Knowledge

If you ask for help and later find a solution, please consider sharing it. Posting outcomes helps others facing similar problems and strengthens the community as a whole.

5. Search Before Posting

Many data loss scenarios are common. Before starting a new topic, use the forum search to see if your question has already been answered. This helps keep information organized and avoids duplicate threads.

6. No Illegal or Pirated Content

Do not post or request pirated software, license keys, cracks, or instructions that violate copyright or other laws. This includes links to illegal downloads or bypassing paid tools.

7. No Advertising or Self-Promotion

This forum is not a marketing platform.
You may share your expertise, but promotional posts, referral links, affiliate marketing, or unsolicited product advertising are not allowed without prior approval from the moderators.

8. Protect Personal Information

For your safety, do not post sensitive personal data such as:

  • Email addresses or phone numbers

  • Home addresses

  • Account credentials

  • Serial numbers or private identifiers

Posts containing sensitive information may be edited or removed.

9. Report Problems or Rule Violations

If you encounter spam, abusive behavior, technical issues, or content that violates these rules, please use the Report feature or contact a moderator. This helps keep the forum safe and useful for everyone.

10. Respect Moderator Decisions

Moderators are here to maintain a healthy community. They may edit, remove, or lock posts, issue warnings, or suspend accounts when necessary. Moderator decisions are final.

By participating in the 7 Data Recovery Forum, you agree to follow these rules and our Terms of Service. Repeated or serious violations may result in warnings, content removal, or account suspension.

Thank you for being part of our community and helping others recover what matters most