How to Recover Deleted Photos on Facebook and Instagram

Recovering deleted photos on Instagram and Facebook can be a bit more complicated as these platforms don't offer a direct recovery option within the system itself. However, there are some options you can try:

Recover deleted photos on Instagram

1. Check Instagram Archive: Instagram has a feature called “Archive” that allows you to hide old photos instead of permanently deleting them. Make sure the photo you're looking for has been archived. To access the archive, go to your Instagram profile, tap the clock icon (on Android) or the “Archive” tab (on iOS) and look for the photo in the archived posts section.
2. Contact Instagram support: If you can't find the photo in the file, you can contact Instagram support for assistance. Explain the problem in detail and provide information about the photo, such as the approximate date it was posted and a description of the image. Support can help verify that the photo is recoverable.

Recover deleted photos on Facebook

1. Check Facebook Trash: Facebook has a folder called “Trash” (or “Deleted Photos”) where deleted photos are temporarily stored. To check if the photo is in the trash, do the following:
   • On Facebook, click on “Photos” in the top menu of the home page.
   • Then click on “Albums” to see all your photo albums.
   • Scroll until you find the “Trash” or “Deleted Photos” section and click on it.
   • Look for the photo you want to recover in the recycle bin. If you find it, you can restore it to the original album.
2. Contact Facebook support: If you can't find the photo in the trash, you can contact Facebook support for assistance. Explain the problem in detail and provide information about the photo, such as the approximate date it was posted and a description of the image. Support will be able to check if there is any possibility of recovering the photo.

It is important to remember that recovery of deleted photos on Instagram and Facebook is not guaranteed as platforms have their policies and limitations. So, it is recommended to regularly backup your important photos to avoid data loss.