# LockNest: Photo Vault — Hide private photos & videos > Hide private photos & videos (iPhone/iPad app by Fumihiro Kawasaki.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locknest-photo-vault/id6741157762 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Fumihiro Kawasaki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1246668885) - Category: Utilities, Photo & Video - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.6 · 13 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 2 more - Released: 2025-02-04 - Data updated: 2026-09-01 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/locknest-photo-vault/id6741157762/reviews.md ## What is LockNest? LockNest is a private vault for the photos and videos you don't want anyone else to see. Bring media in, lock it behind Face ID and a passcode, and keep it completely separate from your camera roll. Your photos and videos stay on your device, inside the app — they are never uploaded, and imported media never appears in the Photos app. WHY LOCKNEST • Hidden from the Photos app — imported media lives only inside LockNest • Your media stays on your device — no account and no cloud for your photos and videos • Hidden in the app switcher, so a glance won't reveal your vault LOCK IT YOUR WAY • Unlock with Face ID / Touch ID, a passcode, or both • Two-Step Lock: require your passcode after Face ID — a sleeping face or a photo isn't enough • Give any folder its own separate passkey • Auto-lock the moment you leave the app BRING MEDIA IN WITHOUT THE PHOTOS APP • Import from the Files app and iCloud Drive • Receive by AirDrop or "Open in" from other apps • Download straight from a link • Paste from the clipboard STAY IN CONTROL • Break-in Alerts: silently photograph anyone who fails to unlock 3 times, and log the time (Pro) • Recently Deleted: removed items are kept for 30 days, so nothing is lost by mistake • Organize with folders and favorites, add private notes to any item • Choose from a range of themes FREE & PRO LockNest is free to use with up to 3 folders and 5 items each. Upgrade to Pro for room to grow — 1,000 folders with up to 10,000 items each — plus Break-in Alerts, video support, all themes, and no ads. Your privacy is the whole point. LockNest keeps your media on your device, behind a lock only you can open. ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | LockNest Pro: Premium Features | $2.99 | one-time | ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.7 — 2026-09-01 This is our biggest update yet — all about keeping your vault shut. • Two-Step Lock: require your passcode after Face ID, so a sleeping face or a photo isn't enough • Choose your unlock method: Face ID, passcode, or both • Import without the Photos app: bring media in from Files, AirDrop, a link, or the clipboard • Recently Deleted: removed items are kept for 30 days • Break-in Alerts now capture silently and work more reliably • A refreshed interface, a new app icon, and faster thumbnails Thanks for using LockNest. We'd love to hear what you think. ### 1.0.6 — 2026-03-28 What's New in This Version - Video Vault (Pro): Store and protect private videos with the same Face ID security as your photos. - Paste to Save: Copy an image from Safari and paste it directly into your vault. No camera roll trace. - Passkey Folders: Folders secured with a passkey now hide thumbnails completely. - Auto Trash Prompt: After importing, choose whether to move the original to trash. - UI Redesign: Deep space background with frosted glass folder cards. Cleaner, more secure feel. - Pro Features Expanded: Video storage, media comments, and theme customization now available for Pro users. - Bug Fixes & Performance Improvements ### 1.0.5 — 2025-12-24 • Improved internal stability and reliability • Optimized ad-related behavior • General performance enhancements ### 1.0.4 — 2025-12-20 In this update, we’ve fine-tuned how ads are displayed to create a more comfortable and seamless experience. • Optimized ad behavior for better balance and flow • Reduced unnecessary interruptions during use • Improved overall stability and responsiveness • Minor UI and performance refinements We’re continuously making small improvements to ensure LockNest feels fast, smooth, and reliable every time you use it. ### 1.0.3 — 2025-03-12 We’ve improved the app review flow, making it easier than ever to leave a review. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*