5 Ways to Lock Apps on iPhone

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Method 1: Using Face ID and Passcode

Face ID has become one of the most reliable security features. Apple has been offering Face ID since the launch of the iPhone X. Over time, Apple has added useful features such as the option of using Face ID with a mask. You can lock apps using Face ID or passcode on your iPhone model. Here’s how.

Step 1:OpenSettings > Face ID and Passcode > Set Up Face ID > Get Started.

Step 2:Once done, chooseOther Apps > Select the appsthat should use Face ID.

Tip:Struggling to get the Face ID working? Check our guide on fixingFace ID not working on iPhone.

Method 2: Using Screen Time

Apart from monitoring your iPhone usage, Screen Time feature can help prevent apps from unwanted access. The App Limits and Content Restrictions are two smart features that you can enable for that. Read our post to know how to set App Limits on your iPhone.

Follow the steps mentioned below to put Content Restrictions on apps.

Step 1:OpenSettings > Screen Time > Content and Privacy Restrictions.

Step 2:SelectAllowed Appsand then turn on the toggle next to theapp namesthat you want to restrict.

You also get the option to limit website content that prevents your kids from accidentally accessing adult websites through Safari or Chrome on iPhone.

Method 3: Using Guided Access

Another way to lock apps on your iPhone is with Guided Access. This feature is helpful when you hand over your iPhone to someone for using just a single app. To disable this feature for accessing other apps, the user will have to enter a passcode. Refer our guide onhow to enable Guided Access on your iPhone.

Method 4: Using Shortcuts App

The Shortcuts app on iPhone is a treasure trove of tools and automation that lets you control your iPhone usage. One of those tools is to lock certain apps right when someone tries them by automatically locking your iPhone itself. For example, you can lock the Messages app by using the Shortcuts app. When someone taps on the app icon, your iPhone will get locked automatically and can be accessed only using Face ID or passcode. Here’s how to enable this feature.

Step 1:Open theClockapp on your iPhone and then tap onTimerat the bottom-right corner.

Step 2:SelectWhen Timer Ends > Stop Playing > Set.

Step 3:Close the Clock app and then openShortcuts.

Step 4:Tap onAutomationat the bottom.

Step 5:Select thePlusicon at the top-right corner >Create Personal Automation.

Step 6:SelectApp > Choose > Search the app of your choice.

Step 7:Tap onNextand then selectAdd Action.

Step 8:SelectStart Timerfrom the list of actions.

Step 9:Set theTimer for 1 secondand then selectNextat the top-right corner.

Step 10:Tap the toggle todisable Ask Before Running. Then, selectDon’t Ask from the prompt.

Step 11:Tap onDoneat the top-right corner to confirm and create the automation.

Method 5: Using In-App Two-Factor Authentication

Apps like WhatsApp and Telegram also offer in-app 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) to lock them. We will show you an example of WhatsApp on iPhone.

OpenWhatsApp > Settings > Account > Two-Step Verification> Turn On > Enter your passcode.

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Last updated on 20 August, 2024

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