FondlyRestore old photos for a family reunion slideshow
Old photos look their worst on a big screen: every scratch and blur is magnified. Restore them first, and the slideshow becomes the moment everyone gathers around.
Taking a picture of a print? Lay it flat by a window in daylight and turn off the flash, so there's no glare.
What a lovely photo. Choose what it needs:
✦ Deep repair is our most powerful restoration, included with credits and Pro. 50 photos for $9, no subscription. Unlock Deep repair →
Faces are brought back into focus automatically. Your photo stays private and is deleted within an hour. By restoring it you confirm you may use it and agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy, including how faces are handled.
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Print sizes 4×6, 5×7 and 8×10, cut to shape for any photo lab
A lovely gift: print it and frame it for someone in the photo. Drugstore photo centers print 4×6 to 8×10 the same day. Or give a Fondly gift card →
How to restore old photos for a family reunion slideshow
- Collect the photos: ask each branch of the family for 5 to 10 favorites, scanned or photographed.
- Restore them above. Scratch repair is on; add color to black-and-white prints if you like.
- Download each restored photo at 2× (sharp on a TV) or 4× for a projector or prints.
- Put them in order by decade in Google Photos, Apple Photos or PowerPoint, and add music.
A slideshow people remember
- Tell a story by decade: from the oldest portrait to last summer.
- Show the original and the restored version one after the other: the reveal always gets a reaction.
- Add names and years on each slide, so younger relatives learn who is who.
- Keep it to 8 to 12 minutes, about 5 seconds a photo, with music from the era.
- Share the restored files afterwards in a shared album, so everyone has the family archive.
How big should the photos be?
A TV or projector shows about 1920 pixels across. The free 2× size gives up to 2560 pixels, which is sharp on any screen. Choose 4× (with credits or Pro) if you also want to print the photos for the reunion.
Many photos to restore?
Two photos a day are free. For a reunion slideshow, 50 credits cost $9 once and never expire, so the leftovers can wait for the next gathering.
Frequently asked questions
Will restored photos look good on a projector?
Yes. Restoration removes the scratches, dust and blur that a big screen magnifies, and the 2× or 4× size keeps them sharp.
Can I restore photos of people I don't know?
Of course. Many reunion photos come from other branches of the family; restoration works the same for every face.
Do you keep my photos?
No. Your photo is processed by our AI provider and deleted within an hour. We never store, view or train on your photos.