How to restore old photos with AI (fix scratches & add color)

The process is simple and broken down into two main steps:

Step 1: Restore your photo First, the 'Old Photo' AI repairs the core damage. It intelligently handles common problems like scratches, tears, and discoloration, and can even add natural, realistic color to black & white or sepia images. This initial step produces a clean, restored 1MP photo, creating a perfect base for the next step. (Pro tip: Each time you run the AI, it generates a unique result. If you're not fully satisfied, try it again for a slightly different restoration.)

Step 2: Upscale for printing or screens Next, you can enlarge your restored photo up to 16x. This is what makes the image truly usable. An upscaled photo is sharp and clear enough for large prints (at 300 DPI), for viewing on modern 4K and Retina displays, or simply for zooming in to see the details in your family’s faces.

This tool can help you:

• Repair deep scratches, cracks, and creases.
• Fix severe fading and sun-bleach damage.
• Remove stains, dust spots, and torn edges.
• Colorize black-and-white photos with natural tones.
• Upscale low-resolution scans for sharp, clear prints.

This is perfect for anyone working on genealogy projects, digitizing family albums, or for professionals looking to speed up their restoration workflow. Ready to bring your most important photos back to life? Try it now.

Updated on: 11/08/2025