What is Recovery?

Quick answer

The supported way to restore access after losing a device, credential or copy of a file.

Limitation

Recoverability depends on retention, available copies and account controls. No general workflow guarantees every deleted photo can return.

Source

Related terms

• iCloud Photos

• Encryption

Questions

What does Recovery mean?

The supported way to restore access after losing a device, credential or copy of a file.

What limitation matters?

Recoverability depends on retention, available copies and account controls. No general workflow guarantees every deleted photo can return.

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