How to See Deleted Contacts
In today’s digital age, our smartphones have become an extension of ourselves, storing countless memories and important information. One of the most crucial pieces of information stored on our devices is our contacts list. However, sometimes we may accidentally delete some of these contacts, leading to confusion and frustration. The good news is that there are ways to recover deleted contacts. In this article, we will discuss how to see deleted contacts on various devices and platforms.
1. Using the Android Device Manager
If you have deleted contacts on an Android device, you can use the Android Device Manager to retrieve them. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open a web browser on another device and go to android.com/devicemanager.
2. Sign in with your Google account.
3. Select the device with the deleted contacts.
4. Click on the “Erase” button to factory reset your device, which will restore the deleted contacts.
Please note that this method will erase all data on your device, so it is recommended to back up your device regularly.
2. Utilizing the “Recently Deleted” Folder
On iOS devices, when you delete a contact, it is moved to the “Recently Deleted” folder. To recover deleted contacts from this folder, follow these steps:
1. Open the Contacts app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Tap on the “Recents” tab at the bottom of the screen.
3. Scroll down to the “Recently Deleted” folder.
4. Select the contacts you want to recover and tap on “Restore.”
Please note that the “Recently Deleted” folder will only keep deleted contacts for 30 days. After this period, the contacts will be permanently deleted.
3. Using a Third-Party App
If the above methods do not work or you prefer a more straightforward approach, you can use a third-party app to recover deleted contacts. Some popular options include:
– Dr. Fone for Android: This app can recover deleted contacts, messages, photos, and other data from Android devices.
– iMyFone D-Back: This app is designed for iOS devices and can recover deleted contacts, messages, photos, and more.
– Tenorshare Android Data Recovery: This app supports both Android and iOS devices and can recover deleted contacts, messages, photos, and other data.
To use these apps, simply download and install them on your computer, connect your device to the computer, and follow the on-screen instructions to recover your deleted contacts.
4. Restoring from a Backup
If you have a backup of your contacts, you can restore them from the backup. Here’s how to do it:
– For Android devices, go to Settings > System > Backup & reset > Restore and select the backup file containing your contacts.
– For iOS devices, go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage > Backup > Restore from iCloud Backup and select the backup file containing your contacts.
By following these methods, you can easily see deleted contacts on your device and restore them to their original place. Remember to regularly back up your contacts to avoid losing them in the future.
