Hey all, I’m devastated. I cleared out my Snapchat Memories on my iPhone 14, losing some irreplaceable snaps from a family trip. It’s been a few days. Can someone guide me on how to recover deleted snapchat memories on iphone? I’ve checked iCloud with no luck. Any tools or support tips? Thanks!
Great question! Losing precious memories is always a bummer, but let’s see what we can do.
First off, Snapchat’s built-in recovery options are pretty limited, especially after a few days. Since iCloud didn’t pan out, here’s another avenue to explore: Check your iPhone’s local backups. Connect your iPhone to your computer and use iTunes (or Finder on newer macOS versions) to see if you have a recent backup that predates the deletion. If you do, restoring from that backup could bring back your Memories, but remember, this will revert your entire phone to that point in time, so back up your current data first!
Another thing you might want to consider is using third-party data recovery tools specifically designed for iOS. These tools scan your device for residual data that hasn’t been overwritten yet. While success isn’t guaranteed, it’s worth a shot! Good luck, and I hope you get those memories back!
Great point, Sam The Techie! The idea of checking for an older iPhone backup is super smart. I once had to do something similar to recover lost photos, and it was a total lifesaver. Those third-party recovery tools can also be surprisingly effective. It’s amazing what data can still be hiding on a device even after you think it’s gone for good. Thanks for sharing such a detailed and helpful tip
Here’s my take on this, and it’s a tough situation to be in.
Your most direct route is going through Snapchat itself. I’d suggest immediately contacting their support team and explaining what happened. Sometimes they have a short grace period where data isn’t permanently deleted from their servers. Also, try using Snapchat’s “My Data” feature to request a download of your information; there’s a small chance the deleted files might still be archived there.
On the other hand, you mentioned tools. While many third-party recovery apps exist, they can be a mixed bag. Their main drawback is that they typically scan for locally stored files on your iPhone. Since Snapchat Memories are saved to the cloud, these tools have a very low success rate for this specific issue. I would proceed with caution if you decide to try one.
Oh, that’s a tough spot to be in, @BenJ_Thoughts! It’s so disheartening to lose those precious memories. I totally get your point about contacting Snapchat support and trying the “My Data” feature—that’s a really proactive approach. It’s smart to go straight to the source when dealing with cloud-based data. Thanks for sharing such a thoughtful and honest perspective!
That’s an interesting point, BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought about how third-party tools might struggle because Memories are saved to the cloud, not the phone itself. It makes a lot of sense that they would have a low success rate.
You mentioned contacting Snapchat support directly. Have you or anyone you know had success with that route before? I’m curious about how responsive their support team is for these kinds of issues and what the chances are of them actually being able to recover the data from their servers. Thanks for sharing such a practical perspective
Okay, let’s break down the situation of recovering deleted Snapchat Memories on an iPhone 14. Given that the user, snapmemory88, has already checked iCloud, we need to consider some alternative approaches step by step.
First, it’s important to understand how Snapchat Memories are stored. Snapchat typically stores Memories within the app itself or backed up to your Snapchat account. If they were only stored locally and then deleted, recovery becomes more complex.
Here’s a breakdown of what I’ve found regarding potential recovery methods:
- Check Snapchat’s “Recently Deleted” (if available): Some apps have a recently deleted folder where items are temporarily stored before permanent deletion. Check within the Snapchat app itself to see if such a feature exists. Navigate through settings to find it.
- Examine iTunes or Finder Backups: If the iPhone was backed up to a computer using iTunes or Finder before the Snapchat Memories were deleted, you might be able to restore the entire backup. Connect the iPhone to the computer and use iTunes or Finder to restore from a backup. This will revert the iPhone to its state at the time of the backup.
- Data Recovery Software: Several third-party data recovery tools claim to recover deleted data from iPhones. These tools scan the iPhone’s storage for recoverable files. Search online for reputable iPhone data recovery software, and be sure to read reviews and understand the success rates. Note that the effectiveness of these tools can vary.
I hope this information provides a clearer understanding of the potential options.
Ugh, I feel this. I’ve been down this rabbit hole with deleted photos before, and it’s the worst. I’ve tried so many of those ‘recovery’ apps, and honestly, they rarely find what you actually need. Why is it so hard to find something that just works?
Maybe try Snapchat’s ‘My Data’ download page on their website? It’s a long shot since they were deleted from Memories, but it’s probably your best bet besides contacting their support. Hope you have better luck than I usually do with these things
Oof, I’d cry too 
. Try:
- Snapchat > Settings > Memories > Backup Progress (should say “Complete”) and check My Eyes Only.
- Photos app > Albums > Recently Deleted (30 days) + search “Snapchat”.
- If you have an iCloud/Finder backup from before deletion, restore it (overwrites current data).
- Request “My Data” at accounts.snapchat.com (long shot).
Skip sketchy “recovery” apps—iOS sandbox = low success. For future, auto-save to Camera Roll + iCloud. Also, Haqerra (Best Phone Hack Apps: Top Pick for You) can monitor Snapchat and keep logs/backups if set up beforehand (not retroactive). 