WhatsApp Tips: How to Restore Deleted Photos and Videos?

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How to Restore Deleted Photos and Videos on WhatsApp?
WhatsApp has become an essential communication tool, often used to share important photos and videos. However, users sometimes accidentally delete these files. The good news is that you can recover them using a few easy methods.

1. Restore from Chat Backup

• WhatsApp automatically backs up chats daily or weekly, depending on your settings.
• Process:
  1. Uninstall WhatsApp from your phone.
  2. Reinstall WhatsApp from the Play Store or App Store.
  3. Verify your phone number.
  4. WhatsApp will prompt you to restore your chats and media from a backup—tap Restore.

This method only works if the deleted media is present in the backup.

2. Google Drive or iCloud Backup

• Android users rely on Google Drive, while iPhone users use iCloud for WhatsApp backups.
• Process:
  1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Chats > Chat Backup.
  2. Make sure the backup is recent. If it is, follow the reinstall process as described above.

3. Check WhatsApp Media Folder

• Sometimes, deleted files may still be available in the media folder.
• Process:
  1. Use a file manager app to navigate to WhatsApp > Media > WhatsApp Images/Videos.
  2. Search for the files directly within these folders.

4. Use Third-Party Recovery Tools

Several apps, such as Dr.Fone or EaseUS MobiSaver, help recover deleted WhatsApp data.

• Process:
  1. Install the recovery tool on your PC or mobile.
  2. Connect your phone and allow access to the tool.
  3. Scan for deleted WhatsApp files and restore them.

By following these methods, users can easily restore lost photos and videos, minimizing the frustration of accidental deletion.