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How to restore and colorize old black-and-white photos

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): Choose Restore and colorize in the tool above: the AI repairs the damage and adds colors that fit the era and the scene. A black-and-white photo does not record the real colors, so skin, clothes and backgrounds are realistic guesses. If the true colors matter, for example a uniform or a family heirloom, choose Keep black and white instead.

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Result:

3 free previews a day. You only pay if you want to keep the result.

Step by step

  1. Drop the scan or photo of the print into the tool above.
  2. Choose Restore and colorize (or Keep black and white).
  3. Compare the free preview, then pay US$0.99 to keep the full version.

At a glance

ChoiceResultBest when
Restore and colorizeRepaired, natural colors addedYou want a lively family photo
Keep black and whiteRepaired, tones restoredReal colors are unknown or matter
Both previewsCompare side by sideYou are unsure

Related questions

Are the colors historically accurate?

They are plausible, not certain. Clothing or flag colors may differ from the real ones.

Can I colorize a sepia photo?

Yes, sepia and faded photos are treated like black and white.

Will faces change?

The AI is told to keep faces as they are; very damaged faces are partly rebuilt, so check the preview.

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Updated November 14, 2026.