Don’t let others snoop on your iPhone. Apple iOS 18 adds a new lock/hide app function: Defend your private space

According to news on June 11, Apple introduced a privacy protection feature in the iOS 18 beta test version released today, which allows users to lock/hide applications and can only access them after Face ID authentication.

Unlocking requires two-step verification

If someone else uses your locked app, when they try to open the app, they will see a pop-up window saying that they have not authenticated. The app cannot be accessed through two-step verification.

Locking the App is very simple

The method of locking the App is also very simple. Users only need to long press the app and select the "Require Face ID" option (Touch ID on iPhone SE) to lock the App.

Lock App Scope

Not all apps can be locked, Apple does not provide options for harmless apps like Maps, Clock, Calculator, and Stocks, but almost all apps, including third-party apps, can be locked. All other applications can be locked.

Hide App

Note: In addition to locking an application, the user can also choose to hide it, so that it can be moved to a locked hidden application folder, which requires verification before it can be opened. Locked or hidden apps not only cannot be opened, but are hidden from search, notifications, and other places throughout the operating system. Enabling a lock on an app can also show apps that can access it, such as apps that can write pictures to the Photos app. Hiding an app means you will not receive incoming calls or notifications from that app and can only access the app from the "Hidden" folder in the app library. Apple WWDC24 Developer Conference Keynote Speech Topic

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