IOS 18 introduces robust features to boost privacy and security on your iPhone. A key addition is the ability to lock and hide apps, which helps protect your personal information from unauthorized access.

To lock and conceal apps, simply navigate to your device settings, select the apps you wish to secure, and follow the prompts to enable app locking. This simple yet effective feature ensures that your sensitive data remains private, giving you peace of mind as you use your device. Enjoy enhanced security with just a few taps!

Here are the steps:

1. Configure Access Settings: Get your iPhone's "Settings" app open.
2. Find Security & Privacy: After swiping down, select "Privacy & Security."
3. Choose App Lock: The "App Lock" option may be found in the Privacy & Security menu. Give it a tap.
4. Enable App Lock: Turn on this functionality by flipping the "App Lock" switch.
5. After selecting Apps to Lock, a list of installed apps will appear. Choose the apps you wish to lock.
6. Create a Password: You'll be asked to create a secure password or to authenticate using Touch ID or Face ID.

In iOS 18, use the following actions to unlock and unhide apps:

1. To access settings, launch the iPhone's "Settings" app.
2. Find Privacy & Security by tapping on it after scrolling down.
3. Disable App Lock: To disable this function, turn off the "App Lock" option.
4. All previously locked apps will become unlocked and viewable on your home screen or in the App Library once you disable App Lock.

Additional tips:

1. Use a complicated password or activate biometric authentication for increased security.
2. Just slide left to open the App Library and delete closed apps from your directories in order to conceal them from the home screen.