Remembering to delete WhatsApp photos can be frustrating, but the good news is that most of them can be recovered.
Whether you’re on Android or iPhone, there are some reliable ways to recover lost photos from WhatsApp chats.
Here are some simple tips to help you get your photos back. Check your WhatsApp chat backups
WhatsApp automatically backs up your chats and messages daily or weekly, depending on your location. If your backup has deleted photos, you can restore them. Here's how to do it
Step 1: Uninstall WhatsApp.
Restore the chat backup. The deleted photos will reappear if they are in the backup. Use Android File Manager
If you're using an Android device, WhatsApp usually saves files directly to your phone's storage. Please follow these steps:
Step 1: Open the file manager app on your phone
Step 3: Find the "WhatsApp Images" folder. Even if the images are removed from the conversation, they may still be there. Check Google Photos or iCloud
WhatsApp photos are usually synced with cloud storage services like Google Photos (Android) or iCloud (iPhone). Open the compatible app and check if there are any missing photos in the synced songs. Use Third-Party Tools
There are some third-party apps specifically designed to recover lost data from mobile phones, including deleted WhatsApp photos. Some popular options are:
DiskDigger (Android)
Dr.Fone (Android and iOS)
These apps scan your phone’s internal storage and help you recover deleted files. Always make sure to download from a reliable source to avoid security risks. . Regularly backing up your WhatsApp data and syncing it with cloud storage can also save you from future headaches. If you’re still unable to recover your photos after trying these methods, it may be time to contact a data recovery professional.