Scratch Removal
AI detects and removes scratches and physical damage marks.
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Old Photo Restoration
Restore faded, damaged, and scratched photos to a clean state.
Phlegethon's restoration engine repairs damaged, faded, and scratched old photos using AI. Removes damage artifacts and restores clarity while preserving the original character of the photo.
Free to try. No credit card required for any tool.
~20s
Avg. Processing Time
20MB
Max File Size
2
Credits
All
Damage Types
Old and damaged photos suffer from scratches, fading, color loss, and physical damage. Phlegethon's restoration engine uses AI to detect and repair these issues — removing scratches, restoring faded areas, correcting color, and improving overall clarity. The result looks like the photo was always in good condition, while preserving the original composition and character.
Features
Fade Restoration
Restores faded areas to their original brightness and contrast.
Color Enhancement
Corrects color shifts and restores natural color balance.
Damage Repair
Repairs tears, spots, and physical damage artifacts.
Detail Preservation
Preserves the original character and composition of the photo.
Forge-Ready Output
Restored images perform better through the bypass pipeline.
Use cases
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Family History
Restore old family photos to share with younger generations.
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Archival Work
Digitally restore historical photographs for preservation.
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Content Creators
Restore vintage AI-generated images for use in content.
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Commercial Photography
Restore damaged source images for commercial use.
How it works
01
Upload Old Photo
Upload a JPG, PNG, or WebP up to 20MB. Works on scanned or digitized old photos.
02
Process
The engine analyzes and repairs damage in ~20 seconds.
03
Download Restored Image
Download your restored photo.
04
Optional: Colorize
Use Photo Colorization to add color to black-and-white restored photos.
Phlegethon Restoration vs. Professional Photo Restoration Services
| Feature | Phlegethon | Pro Services |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | free to try (~) | –300+ per photo |
| Turnaround time | ~20 seconds | 1–7 business days |
| Damage types handled | Scratches, fading, color loss, spots | All types (human judgment) |
| Consistency | Consistent AI results | Varies by operator |
| Bypass-ready output | Yes — forge pipeline integrated | No bypass capability |
| Skill required | None | Professional retoucher required |
FAQ
What types of damage can it repair?
Scratches, fading, color shifts, spots, and physical damage marks. Severe damage (large tears, missing sections) may have partial results.
Does it work on digital photos that look old?
Yes. It works on any image that has the visual characteristics of an old or damaged photo, regardless of whether it's actually old.
Can I combine this with Photo Colorization?
Yes. Restore first, then colorize for best results.
Should I restore before or after forging?
Always before. Restore your image first, then send it to the Forge.
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