Are you puzzled by the fact that your iPhone’s storage section shows photos taking up space even though you can’t find them in the Photos app? Don’t worry, there’s a simple explanation for this. Let’s delve into why this happens and how you can fix it.
Why Does My iPhone Show Photos in Storage when They’re Deleted?
When you delete a photo from your iPhone or iPad, it doesn’t immediately disappear from your device. Instead, it gets moved to the “Recently Deleted” folder, where it remains for 30 days. This allows you to easily recover accidentally deleted photos. However, during this period, the storage section still accounts for the space taken up by these photos.
How to Fix the Issue
If you want to clear this phantom storage, follow these steps:
- Open the Photos app and go to the Albums view.
- Scroll down to the “Recently Deleted” album.
- Select “Recently Deleted.”
- Tap “Delete All” to permanently remove all the photos.
- Confirm the deletion to free up storage space on your iPhone or iPad.
Once you’ve done this, your storage section should accurately reflect the available space on your device without accounting for the deleted photos.
FAQs
What causes my iPhone to display non-existent photos in storage?
In rare cases, technical glitches or errors might lead to your iPhone incorrectly showing photos in storage that no longer exist. Restarting your device often resolves such problems.
Can I restore the photos that I permanently deleted from the “Recently Deleted” album?
No, permanently deleted photos cannot be restored without restoring your iPhone or iPad from a backup.
If you have further questions about iPhone storage or need additional assistance, feel free to leave a comment below or contact us directly. We are here to help!
