No amount of software fixing can save a drive that has physically worn out. WD Elements usually last 3-5 years. Here is how to know you need to buy a new one:

Emma had been working on a critical project for a client, and her computer's internal hard drive was running low on storage. She needed a reliable and efficient way to store her files and free up space on her computer. That's when she decided to purchase a WD Elements external hard drive.

Never unplug a mechanical hard drive while it is transferring data or spinning. This can corrupt your files or damage the drive physically.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of data recovery. Follow these best practices: