Free old photo restoration demo
Upload your old family photo and see a restored preview in seconds. No account or card required.
Before
RestoredExample restore: keep the person and the setting, soften the damage.
Upload your photo
Upload an old family photo and see a restored preview in seconds. We restore the photo, not the person.
Trusted by families
Restoring memories worth keeping.
Real feedback from early PhotoScanRestore users.
Seeing these memories clearer again... honestly, I'm just so happy we did this
Managed to digitize four generations of albums in a weekend. Such a huge weight off my shoulders.
My dad cried when he saw the colour restored so naturally in his childhood photos. Sharing the timeline kept our whole family connected.
How it works
Restore black & white photos online
If you want to try restoration without learning a complex editor, the demo gives you a safe place to experiment. Use these three steps for the best results.
Read the full B&W guideCapture a clean photo
Use even window light, avoid glass if you can, and keep the phone parallel to the print for sharp edges.
Upload to the free demo
Upload a photo and see the restored preview in seconds—no account needed to start.
Inspect and unlock your download
Drag the slider to inspect faces, clothing, and details. When the restore still feels true to the original, enter your email to unlock the full-resolution download and get a backup link.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does the demo work on both color and black & white photos?›
Yes. The demo handles both. It can rebalance faded color photos and also improve contrast, tone, and visible detail on older black and white prints.
Is my photo safe and private?›
Yes. Photos are private by default, and demo download links expire after 14 days.
What happens after the free demo?›
Choose Annual if you want to keep restoring a family archive yourself, choose Monthly for a smaller ongoing project, or ask about Done-For-You archive restoration if you want us to take the work off your hands.
What if I'm not happy with the result?›
Paid plans include a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Can I restore old photos online for free?›
Yes. This demo lets you restore old photos online for free—no credit card or signup required. Preview the result in the browser, then unlock a high‑res download by entering your email (no password needed).
Is the demo the same quality as the full app?›
Yes. The demo matches the restoration quality you’ll get inside the full PhotoScanRestore app.
Can this demo fix scratches and dust on my scan?›
In many cases, yes. It can reduce light scratches, dust, and small cracks while keeping details like film grain, fabric texture, and the original family-photo feel.
What it fixes
Restore old photos online without learning a photo editor
The demo is built for family prints, scans, and phone captures that need a quick quality check before you commit to a larger archive project. It works best on faded color photos, black and white portraits, light scratches, dust marks, low contrast, and soft faces. For torn photos, missing corners, or heavy water damage, upload the clearest scan you have and inspect the preview closely before downloading.
Read the old photo restoration hubFaded color photos
Rebalance muted color, restore contrast, and make old prints easier to share.
Black and white portraits
Improve tone and visible detail while keeping faces recognisable and preserving the original feel.
Scratches and dust
Reduce light surface damage, dust specks, and small cracks from scans or phone photos.
Soft phone scans
Clean up a careful phone capture when you do not have a flatbed scanner nearby.
Better inputs
How to get a cleaner restore
Scan or photograph in even light
Avoid flash glare, strong shadows, and tilted phone angles. For a full setup, use the old photo scanning guide.
Choose the right tool for the flaw
Use this full restore for faded or damaged photos. If the only issue is a soft face, compare it with the face enhancer.