# Sparkle - Live Photos

> Recover and repair Live Photos from external drives to iPhone/iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by LeFun Creative Company Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparkle-live-photos/id6760892342 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LeFun Creative Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886651224)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-06-10
- Data updated: 2026-07-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparkle-live-photos/id6760892342/reviews.md

## What is Sparkle?

Get your Live Photos back from external drives — connect, auto-detect, one-tap import to iPhone Photos, dynamic effect fully preserved. Also repairs broken Live Photos in your library.

No computer needed.

【Features】
• Auto-pairs Live Photos (HEIC + MOV), one-tap import with full effect intact
• Repair broken Live Photos in your library — restore the lost dynamic effect
• Auto backup: plug in the drive, backup starts automatically
• Clean up backed-up photos from your library to free up space
• Export or move photos from iPhone library to drive — free up phone storage
• Export edited Live Photos with modifications and effects preserved (system Photos can't)
• Export content options: All / Edited only / Original only
• Browse photos, videos, and Live Photos in a clean 3-column grid
• Remembers your drive — reconnects automatically next time

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Import Live Photos from external drives
- Repair broken Live Photos
- Auto backup to external drives
- Clean up backed-up photos
- Export photos to free up phone storage
- Preserve edited Live Photos effects
- Browse photos in a grid view

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pro | $29.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Sparkle

### Does Sparkle have ads?

Yes, Sparkle contains advertisements. This is common for free applications that offer in-app purchases.

### What is the pricing for Sparkle?

Sparkle is free to download and use, but offers monthly subscriptions for $2.99 and yearly subscriptions for $19.99.

### How does Sparkle repair broken Live Photos?

Sparkle restores the lost dynamic effect of broken Live Photos within your library, allowing you to view them as intended.

### Can I export edited Live Photos with Sparkle?

Yes, Sparkle allows you to export edited Live Photos, ensuring that all modifications and effects are preserved, which the system Photos app cannot do.

### What devices is Sparkle compatible with?

Sparkle is compatible with both iPhone and iPad devices, running on iOS.

### How often is Sparkle updated?

Sparkle was last updated on June 10, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Further update frequency is not specified.

### What are the export options for photos in Sparkle?

Sparkle offers export options for All content, Edited only, or Original only, giving you flexibility in managing your photo library.

### What is the age rating for Sparkle?

Sparkle has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-06-10

No release notes.

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