WinHex is a versatile hex editor designed for data analysis, recovery, and digital forensics. It allows users to view and edit binary files, making it useful for tasks such as file recovery, disk editing, and data manipulation. The software supports various file formats and provides tools for analyzing disk structures and file systems. In addition to its editing capabilities, WinHex offers features for data recovery, including the ability to recover deleted files and analyze disk images. It is commonly used by professionals in fields like cybersecurity and forensics to investigate and recover lost or corrupted data.