Enhancing Mobile Security: Tips for Locking and Hiding Apps on iOS and Android

 The article provides tips for enhancing smartphone and tablet security to protect sensitive content. For iOS, Apple’s iOS 18 introduces the ability to lock apps that don’t already require a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID. Users can lock apps by pressing the app’s icon and selecting "Require Face ID." Additionally, apps can now be hidden using Face ID protection, making them invisible in searches and notifications, with access granted only after authentication.

For Android, Samsung Galaxy devices offer a "Secure Folder" that allows users to lock apps with a passcode or digital key. In Android 15, Google added a "private space" feature, where apps can be installed into a digital vault, accessible only with authentication. These features provide extra layers of protection to safeguard sensitive information on mobile devices.

https://www.denverpost.com/2024/11/30/how-to-add-extra-security-layers-to-your-phone-or-tablet/amp/

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