Have you accidentally deleted photos on your iPhone and want to retrieve them from the Recently Deleted folder? Fortunately, Apple has made it quite easy to recover your precious memories. Follow these simple steps to access and restore your recently deleted photos:
Step 1: Open the Photos App
Start by opening the Photos app on your iPhone. This can usually be found on your home screen, represented by a colorful flower icon. Tap on it to launch the app.
Step 2: Navigate to the Albums Tab
Once you’re in the Photos app, locate and tap on the “Albums” tab at the bottom of the screen. This will take you to a page displaying all your photo albums.
Step 3: Locate the Recently Deleted Album
Scroll through the list of albums until you find the one labeled “Recently Deleted.” This album is where all your deleted photos are stored temporarily before they are permanently removed from your device.
Step 4: Access the Recently Deleted Folder
Tap on the Recently Deleted album to open it. Here, you will find all the photos and videos that you have deleted within the past 30 days. These items are not permanently deleted until the time limit expires.
Step 5: Authenticate if Required
Depending on your device’s settings, you may be prompted to authenticate your identity using Face ID or Touch ID to access the Recently Deleted folder. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.
Step 6: Select the Photos to Recover
Once you are in the Recently Deleted album, tap on the “Select” option located at the top right corner of the screen. This will allow you to choose the photos or videos that you want to recover.
Step 7: Recover the Deleted Photos
After selecting the desired items, tap on the “Recover” button at the bottom of the screen. A confirmation pop-up will appear asking if you want to recover the selected photo or video. Tap on “Recover Photo” to confirm.
Step 8: Verify the Recovery
Once you have confirmed the recovery, the selected photos or videos will be restored to the Photos app and will no longer be in the Recently Deleted folder. You can now find them in their respective albums within the app.
Conclusion
That’s it! By following these simple steps, you can easily access and retrieve your recently deleted photos on your iPhone. Remember to regularly check the Recently Deleted folder to ensure that you don’t permanently lose any important memories. Keep your memories safe and enjoy capturing new moments with your device!
