Search for deleted photos in memory
Without a recycle bin and without a backup, reading the memory is the only remaining option.
What happens when you delete?
The file is not destroyed upon deletion. The system only notifies you that the space is free. The content remains saved until it is occupied by other data.
The recovery application searches the memory for the start and end signals of each image, creates a thumbnail, and offers the option to save it.
Step-by-step guide to searching your memory
Using the device normally during the attempt reduces the chances. Camera, downloads, and updates record data and may overwrite the photos you are looking for.
Don't take photos or download files. Close any open applications, turn on airplane mode, and leave your phone plugged in until the battery is fully charged.
Basic mode does not require root access. It scans the internal memory for images that have not yet been overwritten.
The scan takes anywhere from fifteen minutes to over an hour, depending on the size of the memory.
Closing the app mid-search will reset the search to the beginning.
Look first at the crisp thumbnails, which tend to come back complete, and discard tiny files, typically icons and album art. Use date sorting when available.
This way the application won't crash. Back up what you recovered before continuing.
Search time and results
Not everything comes back perfect. Without root access, it's most common to find thumbnails and cached copies, some of lower quality, so save everything and separate it later.
Some photos may be partially returned because some of them have been overwritten by new data.
First, check the trash can
If the photo was deleted less than 60 days ago and there was a backup, it might be in the Google Photos trash. It's worth opening it before scanning.
How to avoid losing photos again
- Turn on automatic backup on Wi-Fi.
- Review before using functions that delete multiple files at once.
- Keep important photos in two places.
- Have an extra trash can installed.
1. DiskDigger
Google Play
It scans the internal memory for images that have not yet been covered, previewing them before saving.
It has a basic mode that doesn't require root access.
Download on Google Play
2. Google Photos
Google Play
It's a good idea to open his trash can before sweeping.
It keeps deleted items backed up for up to 60 days.
Download on Google Play
3. Dumpster
Google Play
Once the repairs are complete, leave a trash can running to prevent the same situation from happening again.
It retains data that was accidentally deleted and doesn't require root access.
Download on Google PlayFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need to connect it to the computer?
No, the search is done on the phone itself.
Why do some photos come back incomplete?
Because some of them have already been covered by new data.
Can I pause and continue later?
It's not worth it. The search starts all over again from scratch.
Does it work with SD cards?
It works, and it usually finds more than just internal memory.
Does having free space help?
It helps. With a full memory, old spaces are repurposed more quickly.
