iCloud makes it easy to store and sync photos, videos, documents, and more across all your Apple devices. But losing or deleting data from iCloud can be frustrating. This guide will show you how to perform an iCloud restore on Mac, with or without software.

Method 1: Use iCloud to Recover Software on Mac [Free Download]

Data Recovery Wizard for Mac provides an “iCloud Recovery” tab that greatly saves time spent searching for the required data in your iCloud account. It directly looks for specific file types within iCloud data and displays all recoverable files at a lightning speed with its high-end scanning technology.

There are clear advantages to using a tool for an iCloud restore:

  • You can use the Data Recovery Wizard for Mac tool to recover deleted photos even after 30 days.
  • You don't need to search for the data to recover from a specific path; instead, you can directly choose the file type, such as searching only for lost or deleted images, which effectively saves time.

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Mac data recovery tools can help you retrieve permanently deleted files from iCloud in different situations, regardless of the file format.

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iCloud Photo Recovery:

You can use a user-friendly tool to recover permanently deleted photos on Mac within 30 days after they've been removed.

02

iCloud Drive File Recovery:

It allows you to recover recently deleted iCloud Drive files on Mac, including photos, videos, documents, and emails, without accessing the "Recently Deleted" folder on iCloud.com.

 
03

Recover Notes from iCloud:

Even after 30 days or if the notes were not synced to iCloud, you can use Data Recovery Wizard for Mac to recover deleted notes on Mac. The software scans your Mac's hard drive to locate them.

04

Restore Contacts from iCloud:

Mac data recovery software helps you quickly and securely restore contacts from iCloud to Mac. By filtering specific contact file types, the software displays all recoverable contacts on your Mac.

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Get this professional data recovery software on your Mac, and then follow these steps for an iCloud restore:

Step 1: Choose "Restore from iCloud Backup"

From the left panel, select “iCloud,” then choose “Restore from iCloud account” to recover your photos. Tap “Next” and sign in to your iCloud account.

Select iCloud Recovery

Step 2: Select the category "Photos."

The tool will quickly scan all recoverable data in your iCloud account. Check the “Photos” category, then click “Next.”

Select the “Photos” category.

Step 3: Recover Photos from iCloud

Select the photos you want to recover, click the Eye icon to preview the details, and then hit the “Recover” button to get them back.

Restore Photos from iCloud

Step 4. Save the Recovered Photos

Choose a secure location, such as your Mac's hard drive, to save the recovered photos. You can also save the retrieved photos to a cloud storage service like Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive.

Recovered Photos

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Method 2: Recover Deleted Data from iCloud.com [With 2 Repair Methods]

In addition to using the software on a Mac for iCloud data recovery, you can also perform an iCloud restore through the iCloud.com website. Here are two ways to recover iCloud data:

We also provide detailed steps for each solution to ensure you can recover your data worry-free!

Solution 1: Manually Restore Deleted Photos from iCloud.com

Step 1: Visit the official iCloud website and log in to your iCloud account.

Log in to iCloud.com

Step 2. Tap the Photos icon in the iCloud Support app module.

Access iCloud via Web

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This method works for other apps as well, but we'll be using iCloud Photos for the purposes of this article.

Step 3: Choose a photo from the Photos folder, then click the Download icon to save it to your Mac.

Download photos from iCloud.com

Step 4: To recover deleted photos from iCloud, you should select the "Recently Deleted" folder, check the deleted photos you want to restore, and then hit the "Recover" button to get them back.

Restore Deleted Photos from iCloud.com

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The Recently Deleted album only stores photos deleted in the last 30 days, and you can see how long they'll be kept there beneath each photo. So if you can't find your deleted photo in the Recently Deleted album, consider using a tool like Data Recovery Wizard for Mac to restore permanently deleted photos.

Solution 2: Recover Deleted Files from the “Recently Deleted” Folder

Here's how to recover deleted files from the Recently Deleted folder in iCloud Drive:

Step 1: Look for the “iCloud Drive” tab and navigate to the “Recently Deleted” folder to find your deleted files.

Restore Recently Deleted Files from iCloud Drive

Step 2: Select the files you want to restore and click “Recover” to bring them back and save them to your Mac.

Method 3: Use iCloud.com's Data Recovery Feature

This method lets you recover files deleted in the last 30 days from iCloud Drive and other apps:

Step 1: Go to iCloud.com, and scroll down until you see the “Data Recovery” section.

Step 2. Choose the type of data you want to recover, then click “Recover.”

iCloud Data Recovery

Last Words

You can perform an iCloud recovery on your Mac using utilities like the Data Recovery Wizard or through websites, restoring items such as iCloud Photos, videos, notes, and contacts. These data recovery tools bypass many of the limitations of an iCloud restore, such as retrieving photos and other files deleted over 30 days ago, and quickly scanning your Mac's disk for data not stored in iCloud Drive.

Frequently Asked Questions About iCloud Restore on a Mac

Here are some common questions people ask when searching for how to perform an iCloud restore on their Mac. Let's take a look:

**How to restore iCloud data?** To restore iCloud data, follow these steps: 1. On your iOS device, open the "Settings" app. 2. Tap on your Apple ID at the top, then select "iCloud." 3. Choose the type of data you want to restore (e.g., "Photos," "Contacts," or "Notes"). 4. At the bottom, tap "iCloud Backup." 5. If there is an available backup, tap "Restore from iCloud Backup." 6. Enter your Apple ID password to initiate the restoration process. 7. Wait for the data to restore. This may take some time depending on your internet speed and the amount of data being restored. Please note that if you have already overwritten the current device with new data, you might not be able to directly restore specific iCloud data. In such cases, you may need to use professional data recovery tools or access your backed-up data by logging into your iCloud account on another device.

You can install the tool "Data Recovery Wizard for Mac" and then go to the "iCloud Recovery" option in the sidebar to recover your iCloud data. Alternatively, go to iCloud.com, then to "iCloud Drive," and click "Recently Deleted" in the sidebar. Tap "Restore All" or select each file you want to restore and click "Restore."

2. How do I sign in to my Apple iCloud account?

Go to iCloud.com and sign in with your Apple ID using one of these methods:

    • In Safari: Use Face ID or Touch ID (if your device supports these features and you're signed in). • In other browsers: Enter your Apple ID and password.