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Restore Old Photos Online with AI

Upload damaged, faded, or aged photos. Describe what needs fixing. The AI handles the restoration.

Upload Image

Drop an image here or click to browse

JPEG, PNG or WEBP, up to 24MB

Prompt

Templates:

Model

Output

Enter a description above to start

Restored photo will appear here.

Before and after examples

Small repairs, preserved memory

BEFORE

AFTER

Repair visible damage

Restore old photos by cleaning up scratches, dust, stains, creases, and surface marks while keeping the original photo feel.

BEFORE

AFTER

Improve old portraits

Sharpen soft focus, lift contrast, and bring back facial detail in faded portrait photos from the past.

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AFTER

Restore faded color

Recover the original warmth and saturation in old photos where color has shifted, dulled, or turned to sepia.

Why use this tool to restore old photos

Built for clear restoration intent

The editor starts with a restoration prompt, so you can restore old photos by focusing on what needs fixing instead of setting up tools. Describe the damage, the AI handles the work.

Useful for family photos and archives

Works on consumer photo scans, prints, negatives and digital captures. Useful for personal archives, genealogy projects, and preserving visual family history.

Fast enough for trying versions

Run multiple restoration versions and compare results. Fast iteration means you don't have to commit to the first output when you restore old photos.

How to restore old photos

STEP 01

Upload your old photo

Add a JPG, PNG, or WebP scan or phone capture. A clearer source image usually gives the AI more detail when you restore old photos.

STEP 02

Describe the restoration

Tell the AI what needs fixing. Use plain language: 'remove scratches and stains, sharpen the face, restore color.' More specific prompts help when you restore old photos.

STEP 03

Generate and download

Click Restore Photo, wait for the AI to process, and download the restored result. Try different prompts to get the best version.

Restoration prompt ideas

Start with repair language, then add only the details you want preserved.

Remove scratches and dust, repair torn edges, and preserve the original face details.

Colorize this black-and-white family portrait with natural skin tones and period-accurate colors.

Repair water damage, restore faded areas, and sharpen soft focus in this old portrait.

Remove yellowing and age spots, restore contrast, and enhance detail in the background.

Fix torn corners and missing sections, restore original color balance, preserve grain and texture.

Restore old photos FAQ

Can AI restore old photos with scratches?

Yes. Upload the photo and describe the scratches, dust, tears, or stains you want repaired. Results depend on the quality of the original scan and the clarity of your description.

Can I colorize black-and-white photos?

Yes. Include colorization in your prompt and the AI will add natural color. You can guide the colors by describing the scene, clothing, or skin tones you want.

Will restoration change faces?

The AI focuses on the described repairs without altering facial structure. Prompts that say 'preserve face details' help keep the likeness intact during damage removal.

What photo formats are supported?

JPG, PNG, and WebP. These cover prints, scans, and phone captures. For best results, use the highest quality source you have.

Can I restore old photos online for free?

Yes. Old photo restoration runs on free daily credits — upload the scan and the AI repairs scratches, fading, and blur. Paid credits unlock watermark-free downloads and higher resolution.

Want to see what AI photo restoration can actually do? Read our restoration guide with before/after examples →