Step 1
Upload a scan of the old photo
Photograph or scan the print at the highest resolution you can. Capture it flat, evenly lit, and uncropped — creases and faded regions included — so the model sees full damage context.
Utility tools
Photo Restoration
Restore old and damaged photos with AI. Repair scratches, fix fading, and rebuild color and detail to bring faded family memories back to life.
Input
1 image upload
Output
Image
Utility workflow
Upload photo
PNG, JPG, WebP up to 10MB
How it works
How to use Photo Restoration
Step 2
Describe the repairs you need
The default requests natural detail recovery, balanced contrast, and respectful color correction. Mention specifics like fixing the tear across the top, or colorizing black-and-white, to prioritize the restoration.
Step 3
Review the restoration and save it
Compare the restored image against the original, especially faces and inscriptions, then download. Keep your original scan archived — every restoration is a new interpretation, not a replacement.
Why use it
Why choose Photo Restoration
Fixed model routing
Each tool uses a known model route instead of asking users to guess IDs.
Model fit
Best default for photorealistic edits, instruction following, and structure preservation.
Generation-ready
Ready tools connect directly to the AI Pin Maker generation workspace.
Connected tool graph
Related tools help continue from generation into cleanup, conversion, and publishing assets.
FAQ
Photo Restoration FAQ
What kinds of damage can restoration repair?
Scratches, creases, water stains, fading, color casts, and missing corners are all handled. GPT Image 2 reconstructs damaged regions from surrounding context, rebuilding skin, clothing, and backgrounds with period-appropriate detail.
Will restored faces still look like my relatives?
The model preserves facial structure from what survives in the scan, but heavily damaged features are generatively redrawn — an informed reconstruction rather than recovered data. Expect strong resemblance, and verify against other family photos where identity matters.
Can it colorize black-and-white photographs?
Yes — ask for colorization in the prompt. Colors are historically plausible inferences from tone and context, not recovered originals, so a dress may render blue when it was actually green.
How should I digitize the print before uploading?
Use a flatbed scanner at 600 DPI if possible, or photograph the print straight-on in bright indirect light without flash. Avoid glare and keep the whole frame visible, including damaged edges.
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