# IVault-Secure local encryption — Secure Your Files > Secure Your Files (iPhone/iPad app by 昊 刘.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivault/id6757302051 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [昊 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1674720439) - Category: Utilities - Price: Free - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 13 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-01-06 - Data updated: 2026-02-23 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivault/id6757302051/reviews.md ## What is IVault? Protect Your Most Important Files with iVault iVault is a powerful encryption application that keeps all your sensitive files safe with military-grade security. Choose from 12 flexible encryption methods to protect photos, videos, documents, music, archives, and any file type. Twelve Encryption Methods Choose the security method that works best for you: Password, Pattern, Question, Quiz, Audio, Time, QR Code, Location, Direction, Server Verification, WiFi, or Country Bound. All methods use military-grade encryption with multiple layers of protection. Universal File Encryption Encrypt any file type: photos (JPEG, PNG, HEIC), videos (MP4, MOV), documents (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), music (MP3, M4A, WAV, FLAC), archives (ZIP, RAR, 7Z), and more. Import from camera, photo library, or local folders. Export in secure .ivault format. Complete Privacy Your privacy is our priority: local encryption on your device, zero-knowledge architecture, no cloud storage, true end-to-end encryption, no data collection or tracking, no ads. Secure Sharing Share encrypted files in .ivault format. Files remain encrypted during sharing. Recipients need the app and encryption key to access. Smart Organization Organize files by categories (All, Photos, Videos, Texts, Documents, Music, Archives, Others). Powerful search, detailed metadata, file notes, and type filtering for quick access. File Preview Preview encrypted files before decryption: images, videos, documents, music, and archives. Direct video playback support. User Profiles Custom profiles with avatars and iCloud sync across devices. Unique user identification for file ownership. Beautiful Interface Modern interface with enhanced visuals, dark theme, smooth animations, optimized typography, and iPhone-optimized design. Perfect For Personal privacy, creative works, personal memories, media libraries, business documents, private content, secure sharing, and archive protection. Security Highlights Local encryption, zero-knowledge architecture, industry-standard algorithms, custom .ivault format, and flexible encryption methods. Download iVault today and take control of your digital privacy! ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 1.0.3 — 2026-01-14 Universal File Encryption & Enhanced Features Universal File Support iVault now encrypts all file types: • Documents: PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, RTF, and more. Protect business documents, contracts, and presentations. • Music: MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, and more. Keep your music library private. • Archives: ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ, DMG, ISO, and more. Secure compressed files with military-grade encryption. • Any File Type: Support for all formats. Select from local folders and encrypt instantly. Enhanced Organization New categories: Documents, Music, Archives, Others. Smart filtering by type. Improved file type detection and display. Quick access navigation. UI Enhancements Modern design with enhanced visuals, improved shadows and animations, optimized layout and typography, enhanced category filters with auto-scroll, full dark mode support. File Management Enhanced file path resolution, improved device migration support, better path handling, more reliable file loading and preview, unique temporary file naming. User Experience Smoother animations and transitions, better visual feedback, improved search interface, enhanced category buttons, direct video playback support. New Encryption Method: Country Bound • Country-Based Encryption: Restrict file decryption to specific countries or regions. Files encrypted with Country Bound can only be unlocked when you're physically located in the authorized jurisdiction. • GPS Verification: Automatic location verification using GPS coordinates and ISO country code matching for accurate jurisdiction detection. • Cross-Device Compatibility: Country Bound encryption works seamlessly across different iPhone models and regions, ensuring consistent security regardless of device origin. • Enhanced Security: Add an extra layer of geographic protection to your most sensitive files, perfect for business travelers, international users, and privacy-conscious individuals. Bug Fixes & Improvements • Fixed video decryption preview issue: Videos can now be properly previewed after decryption, even when the original asset is no longer available in the photo library. Improved fallback to local backup files for reliable video preview. • Enhanced video preview reliability: Better handling of video thumbnails and playback controls in the decrypted preview interface. Previous Features All features remain: 12 encryption methods, photo/video encryption, secure .ivault sharing, iCloud profile sync, advanced search, file preview, complete privacy protection, no ads or tracking. Your files remain secure with military-grade encryption, now supporting all file types. ### 1.0.2 — 2026-01-13 Universal File Encryption & Enhanced Features Universal File Support - Encrypt documents: PDF, Word (.doc, .docx), Excel (.xls, .xlsx), PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx), RTF, and more - Encrypt music files: MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AIFF, CAF, and more - Encrypt archives: ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ, DMG, ISO, and more - Encrypt any other file type: Support for all file formats - Select files directly from local folders - System-level file preview for unsupported formats Enhanced File Organization - New categories: Documents, Music, Archives, Others - Filter files by type for quick access - Improved file type detection and display - Better file extension handling UI Enhancements - Modern, beautiful interface with enhanced visual effects - Improved color themes and consistent design language - Better shadows, gradients, and animations - Optimized spacing and typography throughout - Enhanced category filter with auto-scroll - Dark mode support for file pickers and previews File Management Improvements - Enhanced file path resolution for better compatibility - Improved file access after device migration - Better handling of absolute and relative file paths - More reliable file loading and preview - Unique temporary file naming to prevent overwrites User Experience - Smoother transitions and animations - Better visual feedback for user interactions - Improved search interface styling - Enhanced category button states - Direct video playback for supported formats Previous Features: - Eleven encryption methods (Password, Pattern, Question, Quiz, Audio, Time, QR Code, Location, Direction, Server Verification, WiFi) - Photo and video encryption - Secure file sharing (.ivault format) - User profile management with iCloud sync - Advanced search and organization - File preview and metadata - Complete privacy protection ### 1.0.1 — 2026-01-06 UI Enhancements & File Management Improvements Complete UI Redesign - Modern, beautiful interface with enhanced visual effects - Improved color themes and consistent design language - Better shadows, gradients, and animations - Optimized spacing and typography throughout File Management Improvements - Enhanced file path resolution for better compatibility - Improved file access after device migration - Better handling of absolute and relative file paths - More reliable file loading and preview Visual Enhancements - Redesigned profile page with improved card styles - Enhanced tab bar with better blur effects - Improved FAB (Floating Action Button) with gradient effects - Better icon containers with glow effects User Experience - Smoother transitions and animations - Better visual feedback for user interactions - Improved search interface styling - Enhanced category button states Previous Features: - Six encryption methods (Password, Pattern, Question, Time, QR Code, Location) - Photo and video encryption - Secure file sharing (.ivault format) - User profile management with iCloud sync - Advanced search and organization - File preview and metadata - Complete privacy protection ### 1.0 — 2026-01-06 No release notes. ## More apps by 昊 刘 - [PWidget](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pwidget/id6446511805) All apps by 昊 刘: https://appshunter.io/developer/1674720439 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-02-23.*