The AI Jockey · 2026-10-28

How to restore old family photos using ChatGPT?

You can restore old family photos by uploading them to ChatGPT and using specific prompts to fix scratches, blur, and discolouration. The AI can also colourise black-and-white photos while preserving the original facial expressions and historical authenticity.

Set it up in 3 steps

  1. Open ChatGPT and upload the damaged photo
  2. Enter a detailed restoration prompt
  3. Download the fixed image or re-prompt

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FAQ

Can ChatGPT fix physical scratches on scanned photos?

Yes, by using a detailed prompt, ChatGPT can identify and repair scratches and creases based on surrounding visual information.

Will it change the faces in the photo?

No, if specified in the prompt, the AI will preserve original facial structures, expressions, and hairstyles.

Video transcript (Hinglish)

Ab aap apni purani aur kharab family photos ko ChatGPT se restore kar sakte hain. Digit India ne paanch ready prompts share kiye hain jo scratches aur blur hata dete hain. Bas apni purani photo upload karein aur ChatGPT ko details fix karne ka prompt dein. Ye tool photo ki original look preserve karte hue faded colours ko wapas lata hai. Aap black and white photos ko historically plausible colours se colourise bhi kar sakte hain. ChatGPT aapki yaadon ko bina identity badle restore karne mein madad karta hai. ChatGPT scratches aur creases ko dusri visual information ke basis par repair karta hai. Dhyan rahe ki excessive sharpening ya plastic looking skin se bachne ke liye sahi prompt zaroori hai. Comment karo RESTORE, main prompts aur link DM kar dunga.

Made with an AI avatar and AI voice of the creator, with consent. Want the links in your DMs? Comment "RESTORE" on the reel on Instagram.