If it's not showing in the gallery app, check the file manager:
If the image was deleted, check your cloud backups from that time period: (for Android backups). iCloud Photos (for iOS backups). 5. Check WhatsApp Web/Desktop Download IMG 20211228 WA0078 jpg
WhatsApp automatically saves images to your device's media gallery. your phone's Photo Gallery or Google Photos app. Look for a folder named "WhatsApp Images" . If it's not showing in the gallery app,
Scroll back to to find the image, then tap it and choose Save or Share > Save Image . 4. Check Cloud Backups Scroll back to to find the image, then
WhatsApp images are stored directly in the Photos app; if not, check the Files app. 3. Search via WhatsApp Chat Open the specific WhatsApp chat where the image was sent. Tap on the contact/group name at the top. Select "Media, Links, and Docs" .
If you used WhatsApp on a computer around that date, the image might still be available in the chat history on your desktop browser or app.