Can you remove edits from the pictures?
Can you remove edits from the pictures?
In typical image files, such as the one you provided, the initial data is gone permanently.
It makes sense, though it seems odd to request permission for a publicly available image.
If you captured an image that has been altered or made unrecognizable yet remains publicly accessible in the same altered state, and then attempted to restore its original appearance, you might receive a legal notice from the image owner or their attorney regarding potential defamation claims. Don't inquire about the details—it occurs unexpectedly. Keep this in mind: not everyone will react positively to someone tampering with their photos or removing their image without permission.
P.S. Google has also faced removal requests from image owners, irrespective of censorship concerns.