How can I recover or extract photos from iphone backup without icloud?

Certainly! If your photos were backed up to your Windows 11 PC via iTunes (or Finder, if applicable), and you're looking to extract photos from iPhone backup without using iCloud, here are some methods you can try:

1. Manually Extract Photos from iTunes Backup
iTunes backups are stored on your PC in a specific folder, but they're usually in a format that's not directly accessible. You can:

Locate your backup folder:

• C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\MobileSync\Backup\
• Use a backup viewer or file explorer to browse the backup files.

Note: The files are stored in a proprietary format, so manual extraction is complex and not recommended unless you’re comfortable with technical processes.

2. Restore Backup to a New Device or a Dummy Device
If you want to extract photos from iPhone backup directly:

• Connect a different iPhone or an iOS device (or even your current device if possible).
• Restore the backup without overwriting current data (by restoring on a device or a secondary device), then check the Photos app for the deleted pictures.

Warning: Restoring a backup will replace current data on your device, so proceed with caution.