Let’s face it! All of us have some private photos and videos that we prefer to keep away from the prying eyes. While iOS 18 does offer a way to lock the Photos app to ward off unauthorized access, it may not be enough for everyone. Especially those who often hand over their devices to others. If you are one of them, follow along to learn how to hide photos on your iPhone and iPad for an extra layer of safeguard.
Right Way to Hide Photos on iPhone and iPad
The stock photos app allows you to shield sensitive images and clips so that no one can get to them without your permission. Once concealed, your photos are dropped into a separate folder called “Hidden”. To ensure the hidden folder remains out of sight or away from out-of-the-blue intrusion, you can lock it up using your Face ID or Touch ID.
Step 1. To get started, open the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 2. Now, tap on Select at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 3. Next, select the photos that you would like to hide.
Step 4. Next up, tap on the triple-dot icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
Step 5. Finally, choose Hide in the menu and you are good to go!

Hide Hidden Album on your iPhone and iPad
- By default, the hidden album appears in the Photos app (Albums tab > Hidden Album under the Utilities section). However, you have the option to hide it.
- Go to the Settings app on your device > Scroll down and tap on Apps.
- Select Photos > turn off the toggle for Show Hidden Album.
- From now onwards, the hidden album will no longer appear in the Photos app.

Lock Hidden Album with Face ID/Touch ID on iPhone and iPad
In the modern versions of iOS, you can lock your hidden album using Face ID or Touch ID. This is exactly what you should use to prevent anyone from getting into your private photo album without your permission.
Head over to the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad > Photos > make sure the toggle for Use Face ID/Touch ID is turned on.

There you have it!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do you delete all screenshots at once on iPhone?
Open the Apple Photos app on your iPhone -> tap on the Albums tab at the bottom -> Screenshots -> tap on Select at the top right corner of the screen -> Select All and then hit the trash button.
2. How can I loop a video on my iPhone?
Launch the Photos app on your iPhone -> head over to the video that you want to loop and select it. After that, tap on the triple-dot icon at the top right corner of the screen and choose Slideshow.
Wrap up..!
So, that’s how you can safeguard your photos and prevent them from falling prey to prying eyes. Do you have any feedback to share? If yes, make sure to send it via the comments section below.