How to Retrieve .WVC Files from an Overwritten Disk

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 .WVC file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

How to Retrieve .WVC Files from an Overwritten Disk
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What is a .WVC file?

Contains compression information that allows a lossy WavPack (.WV) file to be restored to the full-quality lossless version; typically saved in the same folder with the same name as the WV file.

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

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

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete the ".WVC" files while managing their files or cleaning up their system.
  2. File system corruption: If the file system on which the ".WVC" files are stored gets corrupted, it can lead to the loss or failure of these files.
  3. Software or hardware issues: Issues with the software or hardware components of the system, such as a sudden system crash, power failure, or software malfunction, can result in the loss or failure of ".WVC" files.
  4. Virus or malware infection: If the system gets infected with a virus or malware, it can corrupt or delete the ".WVC" files.
  5. Improper file transfer or storage: If the ".WVC" files are not transferred or stored properly, such as interrupted file transfers, using incompatible storage devices, or improper ejection of external storage devices, it can cause loss or failure of these files.
  6. Disk errors: Physical errors on the storage media, such as bad sectors on the hard drive or disk errors, can lead to the loss or failure of ".WVC" files.
  7. Software conflicts: Conflicts between different software applications or incompatible software versions can result in the loss or failure of ".WVC" files.

It is always recommended to regularly backup important files, including ".WVC" files, to avoid permanent loss in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

How to recover lost ".WVC" 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 ".WVC" file may be deleted.

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

Use programs for recovering ".WVC" 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 ".WVC" 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.

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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.

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  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".WVC" 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 ".WVC" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo wavPack Correction File image file file?

Programs that open ".WVC" files

Windows
WavPack Win32 WavPack Win32
Linux
WavPack for Linux WavPack for Linux

Additional Information

  • File type: WavPack Correction File

  • File extension: .WVC

  • Developer: WavPack

  • Category: Audio Files

  • Format: N/A

  • Mime-type: application/octet-stream

  • HEX: 77 76 70 6B

  • ASCII: wvpk

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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.

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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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Questions and answers

  • What is a ".WVC backup" file and how is it created?

    A ".WVC backup" file is a backup file created by the Windows Media Player (WMP) to store information about the media library, including playlists, ratings, and play counts.

    When you enable the "Maintain my star ratings as global ratings in files" option in WMP, it creates a ".WVC backup" file for each media file in the library. This file contains the rating information associated with the media file.

    To create a ".WVC backup" file, you need to follow these steps:

    1. Open Windows Media Player.
    2. Click on the "Organize" menu and select "Options."
    3. In the Options window, go to the "Library" tab.
    4. Check the box next to "Maintain my star ratings as global ratings in files."
    5. Click on the "Apply" button and then "OK" to save the changes.

    Once this option is enabled, Windows Media Player will automatically create a ".WVC backup" file for each media file in your library, storing the rating information associated with the file.

  • How can I restore a ".WVC backup" file to its original format?

    To restore a ".WVC backup" file to its original format, follow these steps:

    1. Identify the software or application associated with the ".WVC backup" file. This information can be found by right-clicking on the file, selecting "Properties," and checking the "Type of file" or "Opens with" field.
    2. Install the software or application associated with the file type. If you already have it installed, ensure it is up to date.
    3. Open the software or application and look for an option to restore or import data from a backup file. The location of this option may vary depending on the software.
    4. Select the option to restore or import data and browse for the ".WVC backup" file on your computer.
    5. Once you have located the file, select it and follow the on-screen instructions to restore the data to its original format.

    Note: If you are unable to find the appropriate software or application to open the ".WVC backup" file, try searching online for the file extension and associated software or consult the documentation or support resources for the software or application that created the backup file.

  • Are there any specific software or tools required to open and access the contents of a ".WVC backup" file?

    Yes, to open and access the contents of a ".WVC backup" file, you would need specific software or tools. ".WVC backup" files are typically associated with the Windows Live Mail email client. To access the contents of these files, you can follow these steps:

    1. Install Windows Live Mail: If you don't have Windows Live Mail installed, download and install it on your computer. This software is no longer officially supported by Microsoft, but you can still find it on various download websites.
    2. Launch Windows Live Mail: Open the Windows Live Mail application on your computer.
    3. Import Backup: Go to the "File" menu and select "Import Messages." Choose "Windows Live Mail" as the format and click "Next."
    4. Browse for Backup: In the next window, select "Browse" and navigate to the location where the ".WVC backup" file is stored. Select the file and click "Next."
    5. Import Complete: Windows Live Mail will then import the contents of the backup file into your mailbox. You should be able to access and view the emails and other data stored in the backup.

    Note: If you are unable to open the ".WVC backup" file using Windows Live Mail, it's possible that the file is corrupted or there is an issue with the software. In such cases, you may need to try alternative methods or contact technical support for further assistance.
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