How to password-protect a folder on iPhone
iOS does not password-protect arbitrary folders. Ranked options: app lock on Files (weak), locked Notes for short text, encrypted vault for files and photos.
Ranked options
- Encrypted vault (Blopman) — best for files
- Locked Notes — short text only
- Hidden album — visibility only
- Files app Face ID — locks the app, not a folder cipher
Pick by threat
Casual glance → Hidden may do. Passcode holder → need a separate vault secret.
FAQ
Is ZIP with password enough?
Better than nothing for sharing a bundle; still awkward as a daily private library on iPhone.
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iPhone / iPad: available on the App Store. Android: not on Google Play yet.