We see a new release of iOS every year, and with it comes a bunch of updates that tackle privacy and security issues. The ...

If you want to keep certain apps out of the reach of other people, you can lock or hide those apps on your Android phone. I’ll show you how to use your phone’s built-in features as well as third-party ...

Learn simple steps for Android and iPhone to keep your sensitive apps private and ensure your personal information stays secure. Want to keep certain apps private on your phone? Whether it's personal ...

Your iPhone is packed with apps – some you use daily, others only occasionally, and a few you’d rather keep private. Whether it’s protecting sensitive information, keeping curious kids from spending ...

OS 26 is packed with changes, but some of the best updates are tucked away in Settings and apps. Here’s how to find them once ...

While your mobile device has a lot of built-in features to keep your data secure and protect your privacy, it may still be vulnerable to snooping if someone you know has access to your accounts or ...

New features in Apple’s iOS 18 and Google’s Android 15 can lock up apps with sensitive information and even hide them from view. By J. D. Biersdorfer J. D. Biersdorfer is the Tech Tip columnist for ...

While your phone is usually going to be well protected from thieves thanks to whatever you've set up on the lock screen—whether a fingerprint, a face scan, or a PIN—there might still be times when ...