Choose Your Recovery Mode

Recover from iOS Device (Direct Recovery)
Recover from iOS Device (Direct Recovery)

When to use this mode:
- Data is accidentally deleted and no backup is available.
- Quick recovery is needed without internet connection.
- The device is working normally and can be connected to a computer.
- No desire to use iTunes or iCloud at all.
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Recover from iTunes / Finder / Apple Devices Backup
Recover from iTunes / Finder / Apple Devices Backup

When to use this mode:
- The iOS device is lost, stolen, or broken and no longer accessible.
- A previous backup exists on a computer – from iTunes, Finder (macOS Catalina+), or the Apple Devices app (Windows 10/11).
- Data needs to be recovered without restoring or touching the current device.
- The device is stuck, disabled, or unresponsive.
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Recover from iCloud Backup File
Recover from iCloud Backup File

When to use this mode:
- The iOS device is lost, stolen, or broken and no longer accessible.
- No iTunes / Finder / Apple Devices backup exists, but iCloud backup is enabled.
- Recovery is needed without downloading the entire iCloud backup to a device.
- Specific data types need to be selectively restored from iCloud.
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When You Can Use Our Tool?

Accidental Deletion

Important data or files were accidentally lost or deleted.
Water Damage

Device was dropped into a toilet, fish tank, swimming pool, or other water source.
Busted Parts

iPhone screen is broken, shattered, chipped, busted, or cracked.
No Backup

Important data was lost without any backup available.
iPhone Lost/Stolen

The iPhone has been stolen or has gone missing for some reason.
System Problem

System crash, iOS upgrade failure, system freeze, or jailbreak failure.
Forgot Passcode

The iPhone/iPad/iPod is locked because the passcode was forgotten.
Device Stuck

Device is stuck on the Apple logo, or in recovery mode, DFU mode, or headphone mode.

Recover Deleted Data Even Without Backup

Never backed up your iPhone? No worries. FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery can scan your device directly to retrieve lost photos, messages, contacts, videos, and more. Even if you've accidentally deleted important files, the software digs deep into your iPhone storage to find them. You don't need any prior backup—just connect your device, run a quick scan, and recover what you need. It's perfect for emergencies when you realize data is gone before you had a chance to back up.

Restore from iTunes or iCloud Without Overwriting

Unlike standard restore methods that often wipe all your current data, this feature lets you selectively extract files from iTunes or iCloud backups. You can choose exactly which messages, contacts, photos, or documents to restore without worrying about losing anything already on your iPhone. It's an ideal solution for combining old backups with your current data. Even if your last backup was partial or outdated, you can retrieve what's important while keeping the rest intact.

Preview Everything Before You Recover

No more guessing what's hidden in your backups or device memory. FoneLab lets you preview all recoverable files—including photos, messages, videos, contacts, call history, and app data—before restoring anything. You can open files, check details, and decide exactly what to recover. This selective recovery ensures you don't accidentally overwrite current data or restore unnecessary files. It's a smart way to make sure only what you truly need is brought back, saving time and effort.

Find the Data You Need in Seconds

Stop wasting hours scrolling through thousands of files just to find one missing photo or message. With FoneLab's advanced filters, you can sort files by type, date, or size, search by keyword, or display only deleted items. Quickly locate the files that matter most without sifting through clutter. Whether it's an old text conversation, a work document, or a cherished video, you can pinpoint it in seconds and recover it immediately, making the process fast, organized, and stress-free.

Three Times Faster, Three Times More Reliable

FoneLab's powerful recovery engine delivers three times faster scanning and three times higher success rates compared to traditional tools. Accidental deletions, system crashes, failed updates, or corrupted backups are no match. The software works efficiently in the background to retrieve lost data without compromising quality or safety. You get back what you need quickly, with a high level of reliability, ensuring that even large files or extensive datasets are recovered smoothly and accurately.

Supported iOS Device

iPhone

iPhone 17 Pro Max/17 Pro/Air/17, iPhone 16/16 Pro/16 Pro Max, iPhone 15/15 Pro/15 Pro Max, iPhone 14/14 Pro/14 Pro Max, iPhone 13/13 mini/13 Pro/ 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12/12 mini/12 Pro/ 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro Max/11 Pro/11, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4
iPad

iPad Pro, iPad, iPad 2, iPad 3, iPad 4, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad mini, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3
iPod

iPod touch 6, iPod touch 5, iPod touch 4

Get Back Everything You Lost

FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery supports recovering a wide range of lost or deleted data from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Whether you accidentally deleted important files or lost data due to system crash, water damage, or device lock, this tool helps you get them back. It recovers photos, messages, contacts, call history, notes, voice memos, Safari bookmarks, WhatsApp chats, WeChat attachments, Viber data, Line messages, Kik conversations, Messenger history, QQ data, app documents, videos, music, and more. You can preview all recoverable items before recovery and choose only what you need to restore.

Calendar

Call History

Camera Roll

Contact

Messenger

Kik

Line

Message

Audio

Note

Photo

Reminder

Safari

Viber

Video

Voicemail

Voice Memo

WeChat

Tech Specs

Windows

Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP (SP2 or later)

Mac OS

Mac OS X 10.7 or above (including macOS Tahoe, macOS 27 Golden Gate Beta)

RAM

1024 MB or more

CPU

1GHz Intel/AMD CPU or above

iTunes Version

iTunes 10.7 or above. The latest version is recommended.

Hard Disk Space

200 MB and above free space

iOS Version

iOS 5 and above (including iOS 26, iOS 27 Beta)

What Our Users Say

Kier Austin

Video Creator

"I accidentally deleted some work files from my iPhone and panicked. FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery saved me! The interface is clean, the scan is fast, and it’s easy to figure out what to recover. Got all my important stuff back, no issues. Definitely recommend if you need a quick recovery solution."
Ryan

IT Support Specialist

"Super happy with FoneLab! I lost a bunch of photos and notes when updating my phone, and this software found almost everything. I liked that it shows previews, so you don’t waste time recovering things you don’t need. Fast, reliable, and works exactly as advertised."

Ruairidh Logan

Marketing Specialist

"I can’t believe I actually recovered my deleted photos with FoneLab! I thought they were gone for good after accidentally deleting them. The software is super easy to use—just plug in your phone, scan, and it shows everything that can be recovered. Took me less than 10 minutes to get back the photos I really cared about. Definitely a lifesaver."
Zoha Fuller

Parent & Home User

"Lost my contacts and a few videos when my phone got messed up, and I didn’t think I could get them back. FoneLab made it super painless. It scanned my iPhone quickly and let me choose what to restore. Everything I needed came back exactly as it was. Easy to use even if you’re not techy at all."

Alex

Freelance Photographer

"Not gonna lie, I wasn’t expecting much, but FoneLab surprised me. I thought my deleted messages were gone forever, but after scanning my iPhone, it recovered everything I needed. Very straightforward, no confusing steps, and you can pick exactly what to restore. Made a stressful situation a lot easier."
Mia

College Student

"Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but FoneLab really came through. I lost some important messages after an iOS update, and this program found them all. I like that you can preview the files before restoring—no guessing, no extra clutter. Pretty simple, and it actually works, which is all I needed."

FAQ

❓ Can FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery Extract iCloud Backup Data?

Yes, just run FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery on your computer and follow the steps to log into your account. You can get your data from the backup files and restore them within a few clicks.
🔒 Will FoneLab Save My Personal Data?

Absolutely not.

FoneLab does not read, save, or store any of your personal data. Your privacy is 100% protected. No data disclosure. No hidden uploads. No worries.

⏳ Can I Recover Data I Deleted a Long Time Ago?

It depends on one thing: overwriting.

✅ If you have an old iTunes or iCloud backup — you can restore it easily.

✅ If you never backed up — you can still scan your device directly.

❌ If the deleted data has been overwritten by new data — recovery may not be possible.

Tip: As long as the lost files are still physically on your device (not replaced), FoneLab can find and recover them — even if they were deleted months ago.

⚖️ FoneLab vs. iTunes vs. iCloud — What's the Difference?

Feature	FoneLab iPhone Data Recovery	iTunes / iCloud Restore
Preview data before recovery
Select which files to recover		restores everything
Keep existing data on device	no data loss	wipes current data first
Recover from device without backup
Recover from iTunes backup
Recover from iCloud backup