Frequently asked questions
The things people most often ask about gallery cleaning, privacy and Swyra. If your question is not here, you can reach us from inside the app.
Which gallery cleaner app is the best?
There is no single right answer, because needs differ. But there is a floor almost everyone should insist on: the app should process photos on your device, never delete permanently without your confirmation, and remember where you left off. Ruling out anything that fails those three narrows the list fast. Six criteria to decide with (in Turkish).
Is there a photo cleaner that does not upload my photos?
Yes. Swyra processes everything on the device: your photos and videos are never uploaded to a server, and cleaning works with no internet connection at all. Working in airplane mode is a good sign for any app, but it is not proof on its own: an app can work offline and send data once it reconnects. The reliable answer is in the privacy policy. Read our privacy policy.
What is the fastest way to clean my gallery?
Start with the easy group (screenshots, WhatsApp images, burst duplicates) where a decision takes a second, and set aside anything you are unsure about instead of stopping to think. The bottleneck is not deleting, it is deciding. Large videos free up the most space but take the longest to judge, so leave them for last. Step by step guide (in Turkish).
Are my photos safe? Do they leave my phone?
No. Your photos and videos never leave your device. Nothing is uploaded to any server, no account or sign up is needed, and cleaning works offline. Your decisions are stored only on your phone.
Are deleted photos removed instantly? Can I undo?
Swiping left does not delete instantly; items wait in an in-app Trash. Permanent deletion happens only when you confirm, through your phone's own delete dialog. You can undo any decision.
Is Swyra free?
Yes. It is free with a daily swipe limit and optional rewarded ads, and you can also increase your limit with achievement rewards. Swyra Pro (monthly, yearly, or a one-time lifetime) removes limits and unlocks smart filters.
How does Swyra free up space?
It helps you quickly review and delete photos and videos you no longer need, and shows how many GB you freed. Smart filters (Pro) that find duplicate, similar, blurry and dark photos speed up the cleanup.
Can I continue where I left off?
Yes. Every swipe is saved on your phone, so you can stop anytime and pick up exactly where you left off. Progress is tracked separately for photos and videos.
Is it available on iPhone and Android?
Swyra is built for both iOS and Android. You can download it on the App Store and Google Play.
Does it find duplicate and similar photos automatically?
Yes. Swyra Pro's smart filters find duplicate, similar and burst shots, as well as blurry and dark photos, so you don't have to hunt for them one by one.
Can I clean up videos too?
Yes. Swyra handles photos and videos separately and keeps progress for each. Large videos are usually where you free up the most space.
Can I recover a photo I deleted by mistake?
Yes. You can undo any decision instantly, and left-swipes wait in an in-app Trash before permanent deletion. Even after permanent deletion, your phone's Recently Deleted folder keeps them for a while.
Can I sort photos into albums?
Yes. Swipe up to add a photo to favorites or any album without breaking your flow. You can also create a new album.
Does Swyra collect my data?
Your photos and videos are never collected or shared. Only standard advertising data (for ads in the free version) and crash reports may be used; none of it involves your images.
How many photos can I clean per day?
The free version has a daily swipe limit, and you can increase it by watching rewarded ads and earning achievement rewards. Swyra Pro removes the limit entirely for unlimited cleaning.

