Restore one deleted file from OneDrive

When to use this: Restore one deleted file from OneDrive — use these initial checks when this matches your situation. On a work or school device, follow your organization's policies and stop if a setting is managed.

1. Open OneDrive through your normal Microsoft sign-in route.
2. Confirm you are in the correct personal or work account.
3. Open its Recycle bin and locate the file.
4. Select only the intended file and choose Restore.
5. Check its original folder and open it to confirm the contents.

Check the result: The selected file returns and opens correctly.

Stop and get help when needed: If it is missing or permanently deleted, stop and ask for help. Recovery is not guaranteed. Do not restore an entire account for a single missing file.

Need hands-on help?: Request DefenderTech support for individualized investigation or changes. We will explain the scope and estimate and ask for authorization before paid work begins. Do not include passwords, recovery keys or verification codes in your request.

Official references: - Microsoft guidance: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/onedrive/restore-your-onedrive-files

Updated 2026-09-30