What is Dr.Fone - iPhone Data Recovery and what can it do?

Dr.Fone - iPhone Data Recovery is a program designed to help users selectively recover data from their iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It offers three recovery modes: directly from iOS devices, from iTunes backup files, and from iCloud backup files. It can recover various data types like photos, videos, contacts, messages, notes, and call logs.

How can I recover data from an iTunes backup using Dr.Fone?

To recover data from an iTunes backup using Dr.Fone, first run the program and select the 'Recover from iTunes Backup File' mode. The program will then list all available iTunes backup files. Choose the desired backup, click 'Start Scan,' and after the scan, you can preview and selectively recover the data you need by ticking the items and clicking 'Recover.'

Can Dr.Fone recover data if I haven't backed up to iTunes?

Yes, Dr.Fone - iPhone Data Recovery also offers a mode to directly scan your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch to recover data. However, for deleted media files like videos and music on iPhone 5 and later, this direct scan might not be fully effective if not backed up to iTunes previously. Other file types like messages and call history can still be restored.

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Dr.Fone iTunes Data Recovery: Recover iPhone Data from Backup [2026 Guide]

Selena Lee

Dec 31, 2025 • Filed to: Data Recovery Solutions • Proven solutions

Dr.Fone is an iTunes data recovery program, which helps to selectively recover iPhone's data from iTunes. Besides extracting iTunes backup, the program allows you to directly preview and recover data from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and iCloud.

Part 1: iTunes Data Recovery: extract the iTunes backup file to recover data
Part 2: iPhone data recovery: scan the iPhone/iPad/iPod touch to recover data
Part 3: iCloud data recovery: scan the iCloud to recover data

Part 1: iTunes Data Recovery: extract the iTunes backup file to recover data

Dr.Fone - iPhone Data Recovery offers three flexible recovery modes designed to meet different data loss situations: direct recovery from iOS devices, restoration through iTunes backup recovery, and retrieval from iCloud backup files. The program is fully compatible with a wide range of Apple devices, including iPhone models from iPhone 4 to iPhone SE and 6s Plus, as well as iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPod touch 4 and 5. Whether the data loss is caused by accidental deletion, system failure, or device damage, Dr.Fone enables users to recover important information such as photos, contacts, messages, and app data.

Dr.Fone - iPhone Data Recovery

Extract iTunes backup file easily & flexibly.

Recover photos, videos, contacts, messages, notes, call logs, and more from iTunes backup.
Compatible with latest iOS devices.
Preview and selectively recover what you want from iPhone, iTunes and iCloud backup.
Export and print what you want from the iTunes backup to your computer.

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Steps to selectively recover iPhone's data from iTunes

Next,let's take Dr.Fone, the iTunes data recovery for Windows as an example. Let's check the steps now.

Step 1. Extract iTunes backup

After running the program on your computer, switch to the other recovery mode: Recover from iTunes Backup File. Then all your iTunes backup files will be found and listed in front of you. Choose the one you want to extract and click on the Start Scan button.

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Step 2. Preview and recover data from the iTunes backup file

Unlike restoring data from iTunes backup, you can selectively preview and recover data from iTunes backup. After the scan, preview and tick the items you want in the scan result. Then save them on your computer by clicking on the Recover button.

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Part 2: iPhone data recovery: scan the iPhone/iPad/iPod touch to recover data

Note: If your data has not been previously backed up to iTunes, the program will not be able to scan or recover deleted media files such as videos and music, particularly on iPhone 5 and later models. However, other important information—including messages, call history, reminders, and more—can still be recovered using the tool’s reliable iTunes backup recovery feature.

Steps to selectively recover data from iPhone

Step 1. Run the program and connect your iPhone to the computer

Recovering data directly from your iPhone, it's the new feature provided by Dr.Fone. You can't find this function in the previous iTunes Data Recovery software. When you run the software and connect your device to the computer, you'll see different windows according to the model of your deivce.

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Step 2. Start scanning your iPhone

You can start scanning your device by clicking on the Start Scan button shown on the primary window.

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Step 3. Preview and recover data on your iPhone

The scan will take you a little while. After that, the program will present you a scan result as follows, where all data found on your device are displayed in categories. You can preview and check them one by one, and selectively recover any item you want to your computer.

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Part 3: iCloud data recovery: scan the iCloud to recover data

Steps to selectively recover data from iCloud

Step 1. Sign In iCloud

Launch Dr.Fone and select the recovery mode of "Recover from iCloud Backup Files" on the main window of Dr.Fone. Enter your iCloud account and password to login.

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Step 2. Scan iCloud backup files

Select the file types you'd like to recover, and click on the button "Scan" to scan iCloud backup files you have storage & backup on your iCloud account.

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Step 3. Selectively recover data from iCloud backup file

After the scanning process, it will pop up a new window like below, you can select and recover your files to your PC computer.

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Conclusion

In summary, Dr.Fone - Data Recovery (iOS) serves as a comprehensive and reliable data recovery solution for iOS users who need to restore lost or deleted information from their devices or backups. With its advanced iTunes backup recovery feature and support for direct iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and iCloud data retrieval, Dr.Fone provides flexible recovery options suitable for various data loss scenarios. From photos and messages to contacts and app data, the program ensures users can recover critical information with accuracy and control.

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