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How to Easily Recover Permanently Deleted Video iPhone Without Backup

Updated By Soha On Jan 8, 2026, 9:25 pm

Have you ever accidentally deleted data on your iPhone, such as a carefully recorded video? If you are also troubled by accidentally deleted videos, then you must not miss this article. We will discuss together how to retrieve videos that were permanently deleted accidentally on your iPhone. These methods are applicable in different situations, and you can choose the one that suits your needs.

PART 1 Can Permanently Deleted Videos on iPhone Be Recovered?

Generally speaking, there is a chance to recover videos that have been permanently deleted on iPhone. If the deletion was done recently and the space was not overwritten by new data, the probability of recovery is quite high. Therefore, we recommend that when you notice a video has been accidentally deleted, stop using the device immediately. Because the earlier you attempt to recover, the higher the success rate will be. Additionally, using professional data recovery tools can help you achieve better results, especially when there is no backup data available.

PART 2 How to Restore Permanently Deleted Videos on iPhone?

Method 1 Recover Deleted Videos from The "Recently Deleted" Folder

The "Recently Deleted" folder in the Photos app contains the photos and videos that the user deleted within the last 30 days. After 30 days, the system will automatically delete them. If you find that important iPhone videos have been deleted, first check the "Recently Deleted" folder and try to recover them. This method is simple and efficient. Regularly checking the "Recently Deleted" folder can help you avoid losing precious photos and videos. The specific operation steps are as follows.

Step 1 Start your iPhone and click on the Photos app. Find the "Recently Deleted" album.

Step 2 After opening it, you will see the deleted photos and videos within the last 30 days. Select the video you want to recover.

Step 3 Click "Restore" and follow the prompts to confirm the operation. Then your video will be restored to its original location.

Method 2 Restore Deleted Videos on iPhone via iCloud Backup

Log in to iCloud. Users can access photos, emails, notes, documents, etc. By logging in with an Apple account or creating a new one, you can start using Apple services. If you have backed up all the data on your iPhone, including contacts, messages, and videos via iCloud, then restoring from the backup is also an efficient option. The specific steps are as follows.

Step 1 Start your iPhone and click on "Settings" > "Settings" > "General" menu.

Step 2 Select "Transfer or Reset iPhone" > "Clear All Content and Settings" to clear or delete the device data.

Step 3 Follow the prompts and when all the data on the iPhone is cleared, set it as a new device until you reach the "Apps and Data" option.

Step 4 Click "Restore from iCloud Backup", enter your iCloud account password. Then, select the backup that contains the deleted videos and complete the restoration process.

Method 3 Restore Deleted Videos Online via iCloud.com

iCloud.com offers users 5GB of free storage space. Users can back up and restore mobile data and settings of iPhone devices online. If you want to access important data such as videos and audio online, you can choose to back them up to iCloud.com. Of course, if you think the 5GB of free storage is insufficient, you can upgrade as needed. For users who have backed up to iCloud.com, restoring deleted videos online is also very efficient. The specific operation steps are as follows.

Step 1 Access iCloud.com through a browser. Then enter your iCloud account credentials.

Step 2 After logging in, your Apple ID associated mobile phone number will receive a verification code. Enter the verification code, then click "iCloud Photos" on the iCloud main interface to access your videos and photos.

Step 3 Click on the "Recently Deleted" folder, find the video you want to restore. Select it and click "Restore". The restored video files will be saved to your iPhone later.

Method 4 Restore Deleted Videos on iPhone via iTunes Backup

iTunes offers media management functions for iOS devices, allowing users to back up and restore iPhone data on their computers. That is to say, iTunes enables users to manage music and video playback, synchronize iPod devices, and purchase content from the iTunes Store. It is compatible with audio files in formats such as MP3 and AAC. If you have backed up iPhone video files via iTunes, restoring permanently deleted videos is also very simple. The specific steps are as follows.

Step 1 Install and launch iTunes on your computer. For Mac users, it can be downloaded from the Apple Store, and for Windows users, it can be downloaded from the Microsoft Store.

Step 2 After installing the application, use a USB data cable to synchronize the iPhone or iOS device with iTunes.

Step 3 Click the iPhone icon in the iTunes window to open the device management settings in the "Summary".

Step 4 Click "Backup" > "Restore Backup", and follow the prompts to complete the restoration.

Method 5 Use A Third-party Professional Data Recovery Tool to Retrieve Deleted Video on iPhone

For deleted video that cannot be recovered through the recently deleted folder and there is no backup, you can use professional third-party iPhone data recovery software to restore them. Among the numerous data recovery software, we recommend Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS). Based on its advanced technology and algorithms, this data recovery software enables users to recover various types of data lost for various reasons, including video, without backups.

Key features of Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS):

Compatible with iOS 17/16/15/14/13/12/11.

Support recovery of deleted video from iPhone without backup.

Support selective recovery of specific content, such as video.

Support data recovery from iTunes and iCloud backups.

Support for recovering data from iCloud without restoring factory Settings.

100% secure recovery of videos without loss of existing data on the device.

Use the Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS) to recover directly from iPhone devices with following steps.

Step 1 Install and launch the Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS) on your computer, and then select "Recover from iOS Device".

Step 2 Connect your iPhone to the computer using a USB cable. When the data recovery software detects your device, click "Next".

Step 3 Click "Start Scanning" in the pop-up window. After the Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS) is completed, you will see all the recoverable data. Preview and select the deleted video files you need to restore, and click "Restore". Select the folder where you want to store them and save it in the specified location.

Summary

The above are several effective methods we have introduced to you for restoring deleted videos on your iPhone. You can make a choice based on your own situation. Whether there is a backup or not, you have the opportunity to restore. Among them, the Geekersoft Data Recovery (iOS) can help you recover various types of data without backups and is worth a try.