.CLASS File Recovery

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .CLASS file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

CLASS File Recovery

What is a .CLASS file?

A CLASS file is a compiled .JAVA file created by the Java compiler. It contains bytecode, which is binary program code that is executable when run by a Java Virtual Machine (JVM). CLASS files are commonly bundled into .JAR files, which are included in the $CLASSPATH environment variable for execution.

What Are Common Causes of ".CLASS" Files Lost or Failure?

There are several common causes of .class files lost or failure:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete .class files while organizing their files or cleaning up their system.
  2. Software or hardware failure: System crashes, software bugs, or hardware malfunctions can lead to the loss or corruption of .class files.
  3. Virus or malware attacks: Malicious software can infect and damage .class files, making them unusable or causing them to be deleted.
  4. File system errors: Errors in the file system, such as disk errors or file corruption, can result in the loss of .class files.
  5. Incomplete or interrupted file transfers: If the transfer of .class files is interrupted or incomplete, it can lead to file corruption or loss.
  6. Improper shutdown: If a system is not shut down properly, it can result in the loss or corruption of .class files.
  7. Software conflicts: Conflicts between different software applications can cause .class files to become inaccessible or corrupted.
  8. Human error: Users may accidentally overwrite or modify .class files, leading to their loss or failure.
  9. Disk formatting: Formatting a disk without proper backup can result in the complete loss of .class files.
  10. Storage media failure: If the storage media, such as a hard drive or USB drive, fails, it can lead to the loss of .class files stored on it.

It is important to regularly backup .class files to prevent their loss and to use reliable antivirus software to protect against malware attacks.

How to recover lost ".CLASS" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".CLASS" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".CLASS" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".CLASS" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".CLASS" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

The tool recovers data from any devices, regardless of the cause of data loss.

Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

    File Recovery Software
  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".CLASS" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type
  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored
  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan
  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".CLASS" extension?

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Programs that open ".CLASS" files

Windows
Oracle Java Runtime Environment Oracle Java Runtime Environment
Eclipse IDE for Java Developers Eclipse IDE for Java Developers
dirtyJOE dirtyJOE
JD-GUI JD-GUI
DJ Java Decompiler DJ Java Decompiler
Mac
Oracle Java Runtime Environment Oracle Java Runtime Environment
Eclipse IDE for Java Developers Eclipse IDE for Java Developers
JD-GUI JD-GUI
Linux
Oracle Java Runtime Environment Oracle Java Runtime Environment
Eclipse IDE for Java Developers Eclipse IDE for Java Developers
JD-GUI JD-GUI

Additional Information

  • File type: Java Class File

  • File extension: .CLASS

  • Developer: Oracle

  • Category: Developer Files

  • Format: Binary

  • Mime-type: application/java-byte-code

  • HEX: CA FE BA BE

  • ASCII: Кю.ѕ

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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