1. The Hidden album (built in)
Select photos → More (•••) → Hide. Find them in Collections → Utilities → Hidden. Turn off Settings → Apps → Photos → Show Hidden Album to remove it from view entirely.
2. A locked Photos app
Touch and hold Photos → Require Face ID. Every album, not just one, now needs authentication.
3. A private vault with folders
In VaultBolt, each vault has its own code and can hold folders and nested folders. Create a folder per topic, such as "Documents" or "Us", and move photos in. Each vault stays invisible from the others, and no screen lists how many exist.
| Option | Own code | Encrypted separately | Folders | Hides from passcode holders |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden album | No | No | No | No |
| Locked Photos app | No | No | Yes | No |
| VaultBolt vault | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Can I lock a specific album on iPhone?
No. Regular albums can't be locked. Only the Hidden and Recently Deleted albums are locked, using Face ID or your passcode.
Can I have more than one secret album?
In Photos there is only one Hidden album. In VaultBolt you can create folders inside a vault, and separate vaults with their own codes.
