You didn't see them, but they're there: How to recover recent and old deleted photos

Don't lose anything anymore, and RECOVER EVERYTHING!

Do you believe that deleting a photo means it disappears forever? Most people think so... especially after so much time.

But… what if I told you there’s a hidden path on your phone that can recover even the oldest images — even months later?

Below, you'll find apps that work on both Android and iOS, and are ideal for anyone who needs to recover recently deleted photos or even photos from months ago.

They are recommended for a variety of situations: photos deleted from WhatsApp, images lost after an update, or even photos that disappeared from your phone without explanation.

iPhone users know how difficult it can be to find a good app option to recover deleted photos.

That's why iMobie PhoneRescue stands out by offering direct recovery of images, videos, and even messages from iOS, even without prior iCloud backup.

Finally, this tool allows you to selectively restore data and can even access encrypted backups—ideal for those who need to securely recover long-ago photos.

Compatible with: iOS
Works without jailbreak: Yes

One of the most popular among users looking for how to recover deleted photos from the gallery, DiskDigger stands out for its deep scan of the Android system.

So, even without root access, it efficiently locates recently deleted files. And if you have root access, the app goes even deeper—finding even images deleted weeks ago.

Additionally, DiskDigger offers a preview of photos before restoration, which prevents you from recovering unwanted files.

Compatible with: Android
Works without root: Yes (with limitations)

Think of Dumpster as a parallel trash can to your phone's system.

This way, it works preventively: every deleted photo goes to the app, allowing recovery with just one tap.

That's why Dumpster is perfect for anyone looking for a practical, automated solution — especially if you want to avoid future headaches.

Additionally, the application includes a cloud backup system.

Compatible with: Android
Works without root: Yes

UltData is one of the most complete tools when it comes to recovering deleted photos from your cell phone.

Its advantage is its compatibility with Android and iOS, without the need for root access or jailbreak.

This way, you can recover deleted WhatsApp images, old gallery photos, files lost after resets, and much more.

Compatible with: Android and iOS
Works without root: Yes

If you've recently deleted photos—from the past few days to even a month ago—you can still easily recover them without installing any apps.

Thus, both Android phones and iPhones offer native solutions that work as a temporary recycle bin, perfect for recovering deleted photos from the gallery for free.

For this reason, these methods are recommended mainly when the objective is recover images deleted up to 60 days ago.

Most cell phones have a folder called "Trash" or "Recently Deleted" where deleted photos are stored for a while before being permanently deleted.

How to recover on Android:

How to recover on iPhone:

This is one of the simplest and most direct ways to recover deleted photos from your cell phone in just a few seconds.

If you're using Android and have Google Photos enabled, you have an even better chance of recovering recently deleted photos.

After all, the app keeps images in the trash for up to 60 days after deletion.

Step by step:

If you use iCloud and have photo backup enabled, you can also access and recover deleted photos directly from your browser.

How to recover photos via iCloud.com:

Therefore, this method is perfect for those looking for a reliable solution without installing anything, with the advantage of working anywhere with internet access.

Do you know when a cell phone comes with certain factory limitations to protect the system?

So, rooting (on Android) or jailbreaking (on iPhone) is like opening a secret door that gives you access to hidden areas of the system… including files that would normally be out of your reach.

However, here's a friendly warning: although it may seem tempting, these processes can void your warranty, leave your system vulnerable, or even crash your phone if not done carefully.

That's why many of the apps we recommend here work without root or jailbreak — because security and convenience always go hand in hand.