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The loss of photos and videos can be frustrating, especially when these files have sentimental or professional value.

Fortunately, there are effective ways to recover deleted files, even if they seem lost forever.

In this guide, you'll learn, step by step, how to recover photos and videos in a practical and safe way using available applications and tools

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Step 1: Identify the Source of the Loss

Before starting the recovery process, it is important to understand where the files were stored:

  1. Internal device storage (cell phone memory).
  2. SD card (on Android devices or cameras).
  3. Cloud storage (Google Photos, iCloud, Dropbox).

In other words, knowing this will help you choose the best recovery tool.

Step 2: Stop Using the Device Immediately

As soon as you realize you have lost a file, stop saving new data on the device.

However, when files are deleted, they don't disappear completely; the system just marks the space as available.

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By saving new data, you can overwrite deleted files, making recovery difficult or impossible.

Step 3: Check the Recycle Bin or Recovery Folder

Then, before using any application, make sure your files are in a recycle garbage can or recovery folder.

In addition, many modern devices and applications have this functionality.

  • Android: Open the "Photos" or "Gallery" application, go to the "Trash" folder.
  • iPhone: Access the "Photos" application and go to the "Deleted" folder.
  • Cloud storage: Check the recycle garbage can in Google Photos, iCloud or Dropbox.

If the files are there, simply restore them with a tap.

Step 4: Use an App and recover photos and videos

If you can't find the files in the Recycle Bin, it's time to use a specialized application. Here's how to do it with the most popular tools:

1. DiskDigger (Android)

First of all, DiskDigger is one of the simplest applications for recovering photos and videos.

  1. Download the app from the Google Play Store.
  2. Open the application and choose between "Basic scan" (without root) or "Full scan" (with root).
  3. Grant the requested permissions.
  4. Choose the type of file you want to recover (images, videos, etc.).
  5. Wait for the scan and view the files found.
  6. Select the files you want to restore and save them on your device or in a cloud service.

However, the unrooted version may not access all deleted files. If necessary, consider unrooting your device.

2. Dr.Fone (Android and iPhone)

Dr.Fone is an advanced data recovery tool that works on Android and iOS devices.

  1. Download the Dr.Fone software on your computer and connect your device via USB cable.
  2. Choose the "Data Recovery" option.
  3. Select the type of file you want to restore (photos, videos, etc.).
  4. Wait for the device to be analyzed.
  5. View the files found and select the ones you want to recover.
  6. Save the restored files to your computer or transfer them to the device.

For iOS devices, Dr.Fone also lets you restore data from iCloud or iTunes backups.

3. EaseUS MobiSaver (Android and iPhone)

EaseUS MobiSaver is another reliable tool for recovering photos and videos.

  1. Download the application or software on your computer or cell phone.
  2. On your phone, open the app and start scanning your internal storage or SD card.
  3. On the computer, connect your device via USB and choose the storage drive.
  4. View the files found and select the ones you want to restore.
  5. Save the recovered files on your device or in a cloud service.

In addition, EaseUS supports recovering files from SD cards, which is ideal for cameras and other devices.

Step 5: Recover photos and videos

If you usually use backup services, recovering your files will be easier.

  • Google Photos or iCloud: Check archived or recent folders.
  • WhatsApp backupPhotos and videos received can be restored by reinstalling the application and recovering the backup.
  • Local copies: Connect your device to your computer and search for hidden folders.

Step 6: Avoid Future Losses

Once you've recovered your files, follow these tips to avoid future problems:

  1. Activate automatic backup in services such as Google Photos, iCloud or Dropbox.
  2. Invest in a good antivirus to avoid losses caused by malware.
  3. Organize your files regularlyOnly exclude what you are sure you no longer need.
  4. Use reliable SD cards on Android devices and cameras.

Conclusion

In short, recovering deleted photos and videos may seem like a challenge, but with the right tools and methods, you can get your precious memories back.

Remember to act quickly, avoid saving new data on the device and follow the steps described in this guide.

Finally, now that you know how to recover your files, share this content with friends and family to help them in similar situations.

After all, you never know when this information will come in handy!