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 How to Recover Deleted Photos Using Disk Digger 

As an avid photographer, losing your precious photos can be devastating. Accidentally deleting images from your phone or memory card is an easy mistake to make in the age of rapid-fire shooting and constant uploads. However, all is not lost. With the right tools and techniques, you can often recover your deleted photos and save your memories. 

In this article, you'll learn how to use DiskDigger, a free app available for both Android and desktop systems, to recover and restore your deleted photos. DiskDigger works by scanning your phone's internal memory or external SD card for traces of photos that have been deleted but not yet overwritten. By following a few simple steps, you'll be well on your way to recovering your lost images and avoiding potential heartbreak. Even if you've already deleted photos from your trash or recycle bin, DiskDigger can help you retrieve them. Read on to learn how DiskDigger can rescue your photos and give you back what you thought was gone forever.

What Is Disk Digger?

Disk Digger is a free data recovery tool that allows you to recover deleted photos from your Android device.

- To use Disk Digger, you must first enable USB debugging on your Android device and connect it to your computer.

- Once connected, open the Disk Digger app on your device and select “Scan for deleted photos”. Disk Digger will then scan your device’s memory for deleted image files and display previews of recoverable photos.

- You can then choose which photos you want to recover and save them to your computer. Disk Digger can recover JPG, PNG, GIF, BMP, and other image formats. However, the sooner you perform the recovery after deletion, the more photos you will be able to recover.

- Disk Digger does not require root access for most Android devices, however root access may be required for full recovery on some devices. The app is free to download and use, but an optional Pro version is available with additional features like SD card scanning and no ads.

By using Disk Digger, you have the opportunity to recover cherished photos that you thought were lost forever. For any Android user, this photo recovery tool is an invaluable app to have in case of accidental deletion. Download Disk Digger today to retrieve your deleted memories.

How Disk Digger Photo Recovery Works

Disk Digger photo recovery works by scanning your device’s storage for deleted photo files that have not yet been overwritten. When you delete photos on your device, the files are not immediately erased. Rather, the space they occupy is marked as available to be overwritten by new data. Until that happens, Disk Digger can recover the "deleted" photos. 

To recover your photos, download and install the Disk Digger photo recovery app on your Android device. Once installed, open the app and grant it root access. Tap the "Recover Photos" option to begin. Disk Digger will scan your device for recoverable photo files. This process can take several minutes to complete, depending on how much storage you have.

When the scan finishes, Disk Digger will display a list of recoverable photos, organized into categories like JPG images, PNG images, GIF images, etc. You can preview the photos to check if they are intact before deciding to recover them. Select the photos you want to restore and tap "Recover" to save them to your device's storage or SD card.

Recovered photos are saved with a "Digg" prefix in the file name to differentiate them from original photos. You can then view them alongside your regular gallery and rename or move them as needed. For best results, recover deleted photos as soon as possible before they become permanently overwritten. With Disk Digger, you have a chance to retrieve and save memories that you thought were lost forever.

Disk Digger's photo recovery feature is free to use and works on most Android devices running Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and above. Give it a try—you have nothing to lose but deleted photos to regain!

Downloading and Installing Disk Digger App 

To recover your deleted photos, you will need to download and install the Disk Digger app on your Android device.

Finding the App

You can find the Disk Digger app by searching for it on the Google Play Store. The app icon features a blue shovel on a yellow background. Tap "Install" to download the app for free. Disk Digger is a highly rated data recovery tool with over 50 million downloads.

Granting Permissions

Once installed, open the Disk Digger app. You will be prompted to grant various permissions to allow the app to scan your storage and recover deleted files. Tap "Allow" or "Grant" for each of the permission requests. These permissions are necessary for the app to function properly and locate your deleted photos.

Selecting Storage to Scan

Disk Digger will then prompt you to select which storage locations you want to scan for deleted photos. Choose "Internal Storage" and/or "SD Card" depending on where your deleted photos were stored. Tap the options to select them, then tap "OK" to begin the scan.

Scanning and Recovering Photos

The app will perform a scan of the selected storage locations to search for deleted image files. This initial scan can take several minutes to complete depending on how much storage you have. Once the scan is finished, tap "Review and Recover" to browse the results. Here you will see thumbnail previews of recoverable deleted photos, organized by storage location. Select the photos you wish to recover, then tap "Recover" to save them to your device's gallery.

Recovering deleted photos with Disk Digger is a simple process, but does require granting extensive permissions to allow the app full access to your storage. Be sure to only install from trusted sources like the Google Play Store. By following the steps to download, install and run Disk Digger, you will be well on your way to recovering your lost photos. Let me know if you have any other questions!

Scanning Your Device for Deleted Photos

Once DiskDigger is installed on your Android device, it’s time to scan for and recover your deleted photos. 

Choosing What to Scan

When you open the DiskDigger app, you'll be prompted to choose which areas of your device you want to scan for deleted images. You have three options:

- Internal Storage: This will scan the internal storage of your Android device for deleted photos. This is the most common area where people store photos, so select this option if you're unsure or want the broadest search.

- SD Card: Select this option to scan an SD card installed in your Android device for deleted photos. Only select this option if you store photos on an SD card.

- Custom Path: Choose this option if you want to scan a specific folder or directory on your device for deleted photos. You'll have to manually enter the path to the folder you want to scan. Only select this if you have a targeted area you want to search.

For the broadest search and the best chance of recovering your deleted photos, I would recommend selecting the “Internal Storage” option. DiskDigger will then perform a deep scan of your device's internal storage for any recoverable deleted image files. The scan may take some time depending on how much storage you have, so be patient.

Recovering Your Deleted Photos

Once the scan completes, DiskDigger will display a list of all recoverable deleted image files it found. You'll see the file name, size, resolution, and a thumbnail preview of each image. Carefully browse through the list and select the photos you want to recover by tapping on them. Then tap the “Recover” button at the bottom of the screen.

The recovered photos will be saved to your device's internal storage in the “DiskDigger” folder. You can then view them in your phone's gallery app. Keep in mind that overwriting the area where the deleted photos were originally stored may make them unrecoverable, so recover them as soon as possible after deletion for the best chance of getting your photos back.

Recovering Deleted Photos From Internal Storage 

To recover deleted photos from your Android device's internal storage, follow these steps:

Connect Your Android Device to DiskDigger

With your Android device connected to DiskDigger, select “Recover deleted photos” from the menu. DiskDigger will scan your internal storage for any recoverable image files. This may take a few minutes depending on how much storage you have.

Select the Photos You Want to Recover

Once the scan is complete, DiskDigger will show you thumbnails of all recoverable photos. Browse through the photos and select the ones you wish to recover by tapping on them. You can select photos one at a time, or tap the “Select all” button to choose them all at once.

Recover the Photos to Your Computer

With the photos you want to recover selected, tap the “Recover” button. DiskDigger will prompt you to connect your Android device to your computer using a USB cable. Once connected, DiskDigger will transfer the recovered photos to your computer where they can be viewed and backed up. The actual recovery process only takes a few seconds.

Alternative Recovery Options

If for some reason you are unable to connect your Android device to your PC, DiskDigger offers some alternative recovery methods:

- Recover to SD card: Recovers the photos to your Android device's SD card. The SD card must have enough free space to hold the recovered photos.

- Upload to cloud: Uploads the recovered photos to your Dropbox, Google Drive or OneDrive cloud account. An active internet connection is required.

- Share via Wi-Fi: DiskDigger can share the recovered photos with your computer over a Wi-Fi network using a web browser. Both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network.

By following these steps carefully, you can successfully recover your deleted photos from internal storage using DiskDigger and ensure the photos are properly backed up to prevent future data loss. DiskDigger is a useful tool to have in case of an accidental deletion since it can recover photos even if they were deleted days or weeks ago.

Recovering Deleted Photos From SD Card

To recover deleted photos from your SD card, you will need to download and install DiskDigger photo recovery software on your Windows PC.

Connect the SD Card

Insert your SD card into your computer’s SD card reader or a USB card reader. This will allow DiskDigger to scan your card for deleted photos.

Launch DiskDigger

Open the DiskDigger app on your PC. In the list of drives, select your SD card. Choose “Dig Deep” to perform a deep scan, which scans the entire card sector by sector to find as many deleted photos as possible.

Preview and Recover Photos

DiskDigger will display a grid of all recoverable photos it finds. Preview photos by clicking on them. Select the photos you wish to recover by checking the boxes next to them. Then click “Recover” to save the selected photos to your computer. Recovered photos are saved in a new folder on your PC.

Tips for the Best Results

For the best chance of recovering your deleted SD card photos, do the following:

• Stop using your SD card immediately after deleting photos. The more you use the card, the more likely deleted data is to be overwritten.

• Perform a deep scan of your entire SD card. A quick scan will only find files that have been recently deleted, whereas a deep scan searches the entire card for recoverable photos.

• Recover photos as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the less chance of recovering your deleted photos.

• Try alternative photo recovery software. If DiskDigger does not recover your deleted photos, try other highly rated tools like Recuva, PhotoRec or Stellar Photo Recovery. Different tools use different recovery algorithms and may yield different results.

• Consider using a photo recovery service as a last resort. Professional data recovery services have specialized tools and equipment to recover deleted data not possible with consumer software. Fees can vary but provide the best chance for success.

By following these steps and tips, you have the best possible chance of recovering your lost photos from an SD card using DiskDigger or other digital photo recovery tools. With some patience and persistence, you can rescue your deleted memories.

Tips for Improving Recovery Rates

To maximize your chances of recovering deleted photos with DiskDigger, follow these tips:

Search Thoroughly

Be methodical in your search by scanning your entire device storage, including both internal and external memory cards. Deleted photos can sometimes be found in unexpected locations. DiskDigger will search for files with the .jpg, .png and other common photo extensions, but also look for files named “IMG” or “DCIM” which often contain photos.

Try Different Recovery Methods

DiskDigger offers multiple recovery algorithms, including “signature search” which looks for the unique header information in photo files, and “carving” which reconstructs photo files from disk sectors. Try using different methods on the same storage area, as one method may uncover photos the other misses. Signature search typically has the highest recovery rates for recently deleted photos, while carving can rescue much older deleted files.

Recover in Multiple Passes

Run DiskDigger more than once on your storage media. Subsequent passes may locate additional photos as it searches more of the available disk sectors. New photos discovered on the second or third pass indicate the recovery is not yet complete. Continue passes until no new photos emerge.

Save and Organize Your Recovered Photos

As photos are found, save them to a separate storage device like an external hard drive or memory card. This prevents overwriting the deleted photos on your main storage media. Organize recovered photos into folders by date or event. Check photo details like file names, dates and metadata to group sets of related pictures.

Try Advanced Options (If Needed)

For stubborn, unrecovered photos, try some of DiskDigger’s advanced functionality. The “dig deeper” option performs a more intensive scan of your disk for lost data. The “scan for raw image format” specifically targets .RAW camera photo files. As a last resort, you can upload a disk image of your storage media to let DiskDigger scan its contents virtually. These options do require more technical skill but may be your best hope for reviving severely deleted photos.

With patience and persistence, DiskDigger can resurrect your lost digital memories. Following these tips to thoroughly scour your storage media using multiple recovery methods will give you the best chances of photo recovery success.

Viewing and Exporting the Recovered Photos

Once DiskDigger has completed scanning your storage device for deleted photos, it’s time to view and export the files it was able to recover.

Viewing the Recovered Photos

To view the photos DiskDigger found, tap the “Gallery” icon at the top of the screen. This will display thumbnails of all recoverable photos. Tap any thumbnail to see a full-screen preview of that photo. You can swipe left and right to scroll through all the thumbnails and previews.

Exporting the Recovered Photos

When you find photos you wish to recover, tap the “Export” icon at the top of the screen. This will allow you to export the selected photos to your device's photo gallery or share them to other apps.

You have two options for exporting the recovered photos:

1- Export to Gallery - This will save the selected photos to your Android device's built-in photo gallery app, where they will appear along with the rest of your photos and be accessible via the Gallery app.

2- Share - This allows you to share the selected photos to various sharing targets on your device like social media apps, messaging apps, or file sharing apps. The available sharing targets will depend on which apps you have installed that can receive image shares.

3- Once you select an export method, tap ‘Export’ to begin recovering the photos. This process can take several minutes depending on the number and size of photos being recovered.

4- The recovered photos will now be accessible in your Gallery app or the sharing target you selected. Be sure to back up these photos to your computer or storage media to avoid losing them again!

By following these steps carefully, you'll be well on your way to restoring your deleted photos and gaining peace of mind. However, for the best results, it's always a good idea to act quickly in case the storage area of the deleted photos gets overwritten with new data. With powerful tools like DiskDigger, recoverable photos that might otherwise seem lost forever can be rescued and preserved.

Disk Digger FAQs: Common Questions and Answers

Disk Digger is a popular app used to recover deleted photos from Android devices. As with any software, users may have some questions about how it works and its capabilities. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers regarding Disk Digger.

How does Disk Digger recover deleted photos?

Disk Digger is able to restore deleted images by scanning your Android's internal and external storage for files that have been marked as "deleted." When a photo is deleted, the link to the file is removed, but the actual data remains on the storage device until it is overwritten by new data. Disk Digger scans the available storage and finds files that match known image file signatures, allowing them to be recovered and viewed again.

What types of files can Disk Digger recover?

Disk Digger can recover deleted image files of many common formats, such as:

JPG/JPEG

PNG

GIF

BMP

Webp

RAW files from various cameras

Disk Digger can also recover deleted videos, documents, audio files, and archives like ZIP files in some situations. However, the recovery of these other file types is not guaranteed. Image file recovery provides the highest success rates.

Does Disk Digger require root access?

Disk Digger does not require root access to recover deleted photos from external SD cards and USB drives. However, root access is needed to scan and recover deleted images from your Android's internal storage. Disk Digger will request root access upon launching the app if your device is rooted. If not rooted, you can only scan external storage with Disk Digger.

Is Disk Digger safe to use?

Disk Digger is safe to use and will not damage your Android device or existing data. However, for the best results when recovering deleted photos, it is recommended to avoid using your Android as much as possible after deletion and before running Disk Digger. Any new data written to the storage could potentially overwrite and erase your deleted photos for good. As long as this is avoided, Disk Digger can safely scan and recover deleted image files without issue.