Free AI tool to restore old, damaged photos – built solo

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Hey HN, I’m a solo developer and over the past few months I’ve built a simple web tool to restore old, faded, or damaged photos using AI. It: - Removes scratches, dust, and tears - Clarifies blurry details (faces, textures) - Optionally colorizes or applies vintage/artistic styles I originally built this for my own family albums — scanning old prints, restoring them in-browser with no Photoshop or plugins. I wanted anyone to be able to revive their memories with a click. There’s a free tier after signup, no hidden fees. I’d love feedback on: - Restoration quality (sharpness, artifacts) - Color/vintage styles (too muted? too saturated?) - Usability (site performance, interface) Thanks for checking it out — I’m happy to answer any questions or open to suggestions. – Fabio

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