Deleted Photos On Samsung S24/Ultra? Just Recover it Easily

Introduction: Samsung S24/Ultra Photos Vanished? Let’s Get Real

Let’s face it—we live through our phone cameras now. From your morning latte to vacation sunsets, those photo moments on your Samsung Galaxy S24 or S24 Ultra mean something. So when they disappear—maybe by accident, a failed system update, or even a factory reset—it feels like a gut punch. It’s personal.

You might be thinking, “Wait, are they gone for good?” Not necessarily.

Let’s walk through what’s really going on behind the scenes when photos are deleted on your Samsung S24 or S24 Ultra, and more importantly—how to bring them back. Whether you're a tech newbie or someone who's tried a few things already, this guide will give you fresh, working methods (not recycled fluff). And yes, one of them involves the smart, intuitive recovery software from iDatapp Android Data Recovery.

Why Samsung S24/S24 Ultra Photos Disappear

Before we jump into recovery, it's important to understand why photos vanish. Here's what could be at play:

• Accidental deletion – the obvious one.
• Emptying the Trash (Gallery > Trash) without backup.
• System updates or firmware crashes.
• Third-party cleaner apps wiping your cache/data.
• Formatting your internal storage or SD card.
• A failed transfer to PC or cloud gone wrong.

Even when something is “deleted,” it often still exists in your device’s memory—it just isn’t visible or accessible until recovered. That’s your window of opportunity.

Four Proven, Original Solutions to Recover Deleted Photos on Samsung S24/Ultra

Below are four practical, real-world tested ways to recover your photos. These methods don’t rely on third-party professional software from competitors, but rather unique ideas—plus our own proprietary tool at iDatapp.

Method 1: Use iDatapp Android Data Recovery (Most Effective for Permanently Deleted Photos)

If your photos aren’t in the trash or cloud, then it’s time for a deeper solution—and that’s where iDatapp Android Data Recovery comes in.

This software scans deep into your Samsung S24/S24 Ultra’s memory (even if it's physically damaged) to recover deleted media like photos, videos, WhatsApp messages, and more. No root needed for photo recovery.

When Android marks data as deleted, it doesn't immediately erase it. iDatapp’s tool can read those “orphan” files and recompile them into viewable photos.

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Step 1: Download and install iDatapp Android Data Recovery on your Windows or macOS.

Step 2: Launch the software and select “Android Data Recovery.”

Step 3: Connect your Samsung S24/S24 Ultra using a USB cable. Enable USB debugging if prompted.

Step 4: Choose “Photos” as the data type to scan.

Step 5: Once the scan completes, preview and click "Recover" to restore the deleted images.

Method 2: Check and Recover from Samsung Cloud (Only Works if Auto-Sync Was On)

Samsung Cloud offers a 15-day trash bin for deleted photos if you had Gallery sync turned on. It's often overlooked, but a life-saver.

Photos deleted from the Gallery remain in Trash for 15 days before being wiped forever—if syncing was enabled.

1. Go to Gallery > tap the menu (three dots) > Trash.
2. Browse the deleted items.
3. Tap and hold the images you want to restore.
4. Tap Restore to return them to their original albums.

If the trash is empty, this method won’t help—but it’s worth checking first.

Method 3: Recover Samsung S24 photos via Google Photos (If Backed Up Before Deletion)

Google Photos often silently backs up your camera roll—especially if you’ve used it during device setup.

Even if you delete a photo from your phone, it may still exist in the cloud—and even deleted items go to Google Photos Trash for 60 days.

1. Open the Google Photos app or go to photos.google.com.
2. Tap Library > Trash.
3. Locate the deleted photo(s) you’re after.
4. Tap Restore. They’ll return to both Google Photos and your phone’s Gallery.

Tip: Google One subscribers get extended backup periods and more cloud capacity, so check if you're eligible.

Method 4: Explore Your File System with a Mobile File Explorer (Offline Trick)

Sometimes deleted media gets cached by messaging apps or stuck in DCIM folders even after deletion. A smart way to retrieve them is by digging into your local file directories.

Android systems occasionally create redundant media cache folders, and these are rarely wiped immediately. The trick is knowing where to look.

1. Download a file explorer like X-plore or Solid Explorer from Google Play.

2. Open the app and navigate to:

/Internal storage/DCIM/.thumbnails/

or

/Internal storage/Android/data/com.sec.android.gallery3d/files/

3. Look for strange filenames or .jpg/.png files.

4. Long-press and copy the files to a safe folder like Download.

5. Rename and preview files—some may need converting or thumbnail enlargement.

Avoid These Mistakes After Deleting Photos

Knowing what not to do is just as important:

• Don’t take more photos—you risk overwriting the deleted ones.
• Don’t install random recovery apps from sketchy Play Store listings.
• Avoid factory resetting your phone until recovery is done.
• Don’t rely on RAM cleaners or “booster” apps—they often purge caches where deleted photos might still live.

Advanced Tip: Use Smart Switch (Sometimes Unknowingly Backed Up)

If you’ve ever transferred your Samsung data to a PC or new device using Samsung Smart Switch, your photos might exist in that backup.

Here’s how to check:

1. On your PC/Mac, open Smart Switch.
2. Connect your device > click Restore.
3. If you see a backup with photos, restore them selectively.

Bonus: Prevent Future Photo Loss on Samsung S24/Ultra

You’ve recovered your precious shots—awesome. Now, here’s how to not end up in the same place again:

• Turn on Samsung Cloud sync for Gallery.
• Install Google Photos and enable “Backup & Sync.”
• Schedule Smart Switch backups weekly to PC.
• Avoid using battery optimizer or storage cleaners on your photo apps.
• Use an SD card if available, and back up to it regularly.

FAQ: Quick Answers to Common Photo Recovery Questions

Summary: Yes, You Can Get Your Samsung S24 Photos Back

Losing your photos can be heartbreaking—but it’s not the end of the story. Whether they were recently deleted or vanished after a glitch, there’s a good chance they’re still recoverable with the right tools and steps.

Start with the simple options—Trash, Google Photos, Samsung Cloud—but if those don’t work, use a proven solution like iDatapp Android Data Recovery to dig deeper. It’s efficient, user-friendly, and tailored to Android devices like your Samsung S24 or S24 Ultra.

So next time someone says their photos are gone forever?

Send them this article. 

Let those memories live on.