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Private Photo Vault Guides for iPhone

Learn how to hide and lock photos on iPhone, understand the limits of the built-in Hidden album, and explore local-first photo privacy.

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Guide 1

Understand Apple's Hidden album and when a separate vault is useful.

Guide 2

Compare the iPhone device passcode with an app-specific PIN.

Guide 3

Understand local storage, security and your backup responsibilities.

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Keep selected photos in a separate encrypted local vault, protected with a PIN and optional Face ID.