How to Add Photos to a Hidden Album

The Hidden Album on your iPhone is a built-in feature that allows you to keep certain photos or videos out of your main gallery for added privacy. Here’s how to add photos to this album and ensure your private media is securely stored.

1. Enable the Hidden Album

Before adding photos, ensure the Hidden Album feature is enabled.

  1. Open Settings: Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
  2. Scroll Down to Photos: Tap on Photos.
  3. Toggle on Hidden Album: Ensure the Hidden Album switch is turned on. This makes the album visible in your Photos app.

2. Add Photos or Videos to the Hidden Album

Once the Hidden Album is enabled, follow these steps to move photos or videos into it:

  1. Open the Photos App: Navigate to your Photos app.
  2. Select Photos/Videos: Tap Select in the top-right corner, then choose the photos or videos you want to hide.
  3. Tap the Share Icon: Click the Share button (a square with an arrow pointing upward).
  4. Choose Hide: Scroll down and tap Hide in the menu options.
  5. Confirm: A confirmation pop-up will appear. Tap Hide Photos or Hide Videos to move the selected items to the Hidden Album.

3. Access the Hidden Album

To view photos in the Hidden Album:

  1. Open the Photos App: Launch the Photos app.
  2. Go to Albums: Scroll down to the Utilities section.
  3. Tap Hidden Album: Open the Hidden album to view your hidden media.

4. Hide the Hidden Album for Extra Privacy

If you want to make the Hidden Album itself invisible:

  1. Go to Settings: Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap Photos: Select Photos.
  3. Toggle Off Hidden Album: Turn off the Hidden Album switch. The album will no longer appear in the Photos app.

Conclusion

Adding photos to the Hidden Album is a straightforward way to enhance your privacy on an iPhone. You can also hide the album itself for added security. Use this feature to ensure your private photos stay out of view while remaining easily accessible when needed.