# PassFM - Private File Manager — Lock, Protect Privacy Files

> Private file manager with secure storage, private browser, and contact management. (iPhone/iPad app by 刘生 林.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passfm-private-file-manager/id980936769 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [刘生 林](https://appshunter.io/developer/948768792)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: Russian, German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, French (France), Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), American English, European Spanish, Korean
- Released: 2015-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passfm-private-file-manager/id980936769/reviews.md

## What is PassFM?

PassFM is a private file manager to protect your privacy. Setup password and lock your private albums, photos, videos, notes, documents and contacts. All files are stored locally. 

PassFM has a built-in photo viewer, video player and web browser. It is easy to import, preview, download, search, export files.

File Manager:

- Safely import your private images, videos, notes, docs to this app.
- You can export photo and video to Photos or Files anytime.
- Easy to transfer files via WiFi.
- Easy to share to the third party App such as Mail, WeChat, Evernote, Dropbox.
- Supported image formats: jpg, png, gif, bmp, webp, etc.
- Supported video formats: mov, m4v, mp4, mpv, 3gp.
- Supported text formats: txt, text, md, markdown, markd, markdn, mdown, mkd, mkdn.
- Supported document formats: doc, ppt, xls, docx, pptx, xlsx, key, numbers, pages, pdf, rtf.

Private Browser:

- Full-featured、InPrivate browser.
- No visit history.
- Easy to add, manage bookmarks.
- Easy to download all the images on the page.
- Easy to download web videos, download HLS/M3U8 and convert to MP4.
- Save webpage contents into PDF.

Private Contact:

- Unlimited add contacts.
- Add a note to a contact.
- Speed dial, send SMS, send e-mail.

Private notes:

- Markdown syntax highlighting.
- Unlimited add notes.

About Privacy:

Your privacy is important to us.
- PassFM app does not copy or store your Photos, Videos, Contacts, Notes, Docs, etc.
- Please regularly backup data to your computer or mobile hard drive.
- Do not uninstall PassFM app, clear app data or delete files. Otherwise, all your files will be lost forever.

Support:

Please contact xappbox+passcalc@gmail.com if you need any help.

## Key features

- Password-protected file storage
- Private photo and video viewer/player
- Built-in private web browser
- Import, export, and share files
- Private contact and note management
- WiFi file transfer

## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passfm-private-file-manager/id980936769/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 开发者你好

*2026-06-25*

还是以前的计算器版本好用，希望改成以前的版本

### 1/5 — 计算器页面呢

*2026-01-14*

计算器页面呢

**Developer response:** 您好，请联系我的邮箱：xappbox+safecalc@gmail.com，我会帮您解决问题。

### 5/5 — 请作者联系我

*2025-10-22*

我这个应用下载了之后删除了，忘记怎么进入密码设置页面了怎么办？

### 4/5 — 主界面能不能不要左下角那个齿轮

*2025-02-07*

这不摆明了这是干嘛的嘛，有设置密码还有说明文档，是怕查手机的不知道怎么用吗？希望取消，伪装成一个完美的计算机。忘记密码？忘记密码的不配隐藏什么东西！

### 1/5 — 视频丢失

*2024-10-28*

照片还在，存进去的视频都丢失了

### 4/5 — App ok

*2024-01-09, version 2.2.0*

App is ok.  I wish it had support for multiple browser tabs

### 1/5 — Straight up ripoff

*2021-10-19, version 2.2.0*

Won’t allow password to be entered and saved.

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work at all

*2021-06-21, version 2.2.0*

Useless don’t waste the money

### 3/5 — Great app, needs iPad compatibility.

*2021-05-31, version 2.2.0*

Needs iPad compatibility, I mean it works, but it only works in portrait mode. Make an update so it works in landscape, and this app will be the best one yet!

Update 2021 March: still no iPad landscape compatibility, but they added gif support which is cool. Sometimes when uploading pictures some of them just won’t be there or just disappear even though I selected them, which is a problem when uploading over 20 pics and you won’t realize what didn’t get saved until after you delete them. Please fix this bug.

### 4/5 — 挺好用的

*2021-03-12*

就是存在部分视频丢失的情况，希望改进

## Frequently asked questions about PassFM

### What is PassFM?

PassFM is a private file manager designed to protect your privacy by allowing you to lock and store private albums, photos, videos, notes, and contacts. All your files are stored locally on your device for enhanced security.

### How much does PassFM cost?

PassFM is a paid application, priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for secure file management and privacy protection.

### What devices does PassFM support?

PassFM is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to run on iOS operating systems, ensuring your private files are protected on these platforms.

### Is PassFM safe for all ages?

PassFM has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature users. This is likely due to the nature of managing potentially sensitive personal files and content.

### How often is PassFM updated?

The latest version of PassFM, 2.5.0, was last updated on January 9, 2026. This suggests a commitment to maintaining and improving the application's functionality and security.

### Can I transfer files between devices with PassFM?

Yes, PassFM makes it easy to transfer files via WiFi. You can also share files to third-party apps like Mail, WeChat, Evernote, and Dropbox.

### What happens if I uninstall PassFM?

It is crucial not to uninstall PassFM, clear app data, or delete files within the app. Doing so will result in the permanent loss of all your stored files, as they are stored locally and not backed up externally by the app.

### Does PassFM have ads?

No, PassFM is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted and secure user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.0 — 2026-01-09

- Support searching for files within the App.
- Support downloading online videos.

### 2.2.0 — 2020-12-14

- Support for creating video folders.
- Bug fixes.

### 2.0.1 — 2017-01-09

+ UI adjust.
+ Add remark to photo.

### 2.0.0 — 2017-01-03

+ New UI, more smooth operation experience.
+ Performance optimization to improve file transfer speed.
+ You can choose to delete the original photo from the system library.
+ Configure the secret camera button by setting options.

### 1.0.5 — 2016-02-25

+ Take photo and record video secretly in calculator interface.
+ Fix failed to save note.
+ Long press to rename album/video/note/doc.

If you have questions or suggestions, please send mail to: xappbox@gmail.com

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