Recover lost data from your phone
Dr.Fone is a Windows application packed with features to help manage your mobile device. It can recover lost, deleted, or formatted photos, messages, contacts and more. This tool not only restores data from your phone but also retrieves them directly from iTunes or iCloud backups.
Dr.Fone also helps you repair your phone's system, erase data, and manage passwords. It's a paid service, but you can take advantage of a free trial and works with both Android and iOS devices. Alternatives to Dr.Fone are Wondershare MobileGo (Android devices) and iMobie AnyTrans (iOS).
If you need to backup or transfer your WhatsApp history from one phone to another or even from Android to iOS, Dr.Fone can do it. The transfer can include attachments like videos, audio and photos.
Dr.Fone features
With the Screen Unlock feature, you can use your phone even without entering a password or PIN. It works with both iPhones and Android and can bypass 4/6 digit codes, touch ID, face ID, screen time passcode, iCloud activation locks, Apple ID, bypass MDM, and pattern lock.
In one click, migrate all of your data from one phone to another, including contacts, messages, photographs, and call history. It works with Android 11 and Apple's latest iOS 15. You can also recover all of your lost, deleted or formatted data no matter the cause. Dr.Fone uses advanced technology to scan deep into your storage and recover old documents, photos, videos and more.
Create scheduled phone backups of your contact lists, photos and videos, so you'll always have a copy ready. It's extremely useful if you want to transfer some or all data from one device to another or back it up online. Also, with the Phone Manager, you can block unwanted calls, manage applications, clear memory and speed up your device.
Dr.Fone can repair common issues on your phone's system, including a phone that is stuck on the Apple logo, recovery mode loop, white Apple logo screen and so on. You can even fix iOS update issues or upgrade to the latest iOS version. For Android, it can fix boot loop, black screen of death and general system errors.
If you've forgotten the password to your iTunes backup file on Mac or PC, you can use Dr.Fone to remove it without needing to restore your device first. Or, if you need to sell or donate your used phone, then use the Data Eraser function before doing so. It will wipe all of the data on your device for complete privacy protection.
Currently, Dr.Fone can recover your iCloud password if you've forgotten it for iPhone only. It's helpful if you're stuck trying to access your Apple services like iTunes, iCloud, or App Store. It can also restore website and app login passwords, identify saved Wi-Fi passwords and reveal screen time passcodes.
Can I use Dr.Fone for free?
Dr.Fone is free to download and use for free for a limited time with a small number of basic features. The trial version lets you scan your device for data but limits the number of recoverable items. Afterwards, you'll need to purchase an annual subscription or a perpetual licence.
Does Dr.Fone work on iPhone/iPad?
Yes, the iOS version of Dr.Fone can recover all types of lost data from your iPhone or iPad. You'll be able to access deleted messages, contacts, call logs and even Internet browsing history.
How does Dr.Fone work?
Download the tool on your PC, connect your phone with a cable, and click the 'Start Scan' button. The software will read your device and find all available backups in your selected location. If you don't see your backup listed, it's possible that iTunes or iCloud is configured to hide them from your view. You can solve this by enabling the 'Show Hidden Backups' option in Dr.Fone.
Useful in special circumstances
Dr.Fone is a software tool for Windows and Mac that can recover lost data from your phone or tablet, fix system errors, and provide password management services. It works with most iPhone and iPad models and a large number of Android devices. It has a secure, easy-to-use interface and useful extras like an iCloud password unlocker.
The software is free to download with a free trial for a limited time but requires an annual subscription or perpetual licence.
