Recover WhatsApp Media on Samsung Without Backup (US Guide)

If you accidentally deleted your WhatsApp photos, videos, or voice notes on your Samsung Galaxy and have no backup, don't worry. This guide explains how users in the United States can recover lost WhatsApp media directly from device storage.

Step 1: Check WhatsApp's Internal Media Folder

Your media may still exist in hidden folders. Open the My Files app and navigate to:

• Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Media
• Look inside WhatsApp Images, WhatsApp Video, and WhatsApp Voice Notes

If files appear greyed out or corrupted, they may be recoverable using file-restore methods.

Step 2: Use Samsung’s “Recycle Bin”

Samsung Galaxy phones keep deleted media for 30 days. Go to:

• Gallery > Menu > Recycle Bin
• My Files > Trash

Restore any deleted WhatsApp photos or videos that appear here.

Step 3: Restore Missing Media Using File Recovery Apps

You can attempt recovery with reputable tools such as:

• DiskDigger
• Tenorshare UltData
• Dr.Fone Recovery

These apps scan deleted WhatsApp media still present in your phone's storage sectors. For best results, stop using the device immediately after deletion.

Step 4: Check WhatsApp “Sent” and “Received” Folders

WhatsApp often keeps duplicate media. Inside Media/WhatsApp Images, check:

• Sent
• Private

You may find auto-saved or hidden copies of files you thought were lost.

Step 5: Try Restoring from Local WhatsApp Database

Even without cloud backup, WhatsApp stores local databases. Go to:

Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Databases

If available, rename the latest .db.crypt file to msgstore.db.crypt12 and reinstall WhatsApp. This may restore media references.

For more Samsung guides, visit the Samsung Hub.

You can also explore Performance & System and Google Cloud Integration for more recovery and backup tips.