Protect private photos before iPhone repair
Move sensitive media into Blopman (separate unlock), delete leftovers from Photos/Recently Deleted, sign out of what you can, and assume the technician can open anything the device passcode unlocks.
Why repair is risky
Testing usually needs the passcode. That passcode opens Hidden, many locked apps, and Photos—including Recently Deleted.
20-minute prep
- Vault private files in Blopman.
- Empty Recently Deleted.
- Remove obvious Screenshots.
- Note your Blopman recovery phrase is offline—not in Screenshots.
After repair
Change the device passcode if it was shared. Confirm vault files still open.
FAQ
Should I factory reset before repair?
Only if the shop agrees and you have backups you trust. Vaulting + cleanup is the usual middle path.
Try Blopman
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iPhone / iPad: available on the App Store. Android: not on Google Play yet.