# Private Ear Recorder > Secure, password-protected, voice-activated audio recorder that saves storage space. (iPhone/iPad app by Excelltech Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-ear-recorder/id295471964 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Excelltech Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/293003187) - Category: Utilities, Entertainment - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 1.90/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 37 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 4.3 · 13 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2009-01-29 - Data updated: 2026-08-20 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-ear-recorder/id295471964/reviews.md ## What is Private Ear Recorder? Set it and forget it! Private Ear is the only secure audio recorder that will only record when there is a sound to record! You no longer have to worry about filling your device's hard disk with 'dead air' or unwanted people accessing your recordings! Record anything, anywhere, and listen to it later with Private Ear's secure voice activated recorder! Here is how Private Ear allows you to securely record events: When you first install and load Private Ear you will be asked to enter a password. This will be used to ensure only you have access to the recordings you create. After you choose your password, hit the Record button to start the recording process. You will be taken to a screen displaying the current sound levels in the room. Use the slider to set the Sound Threshold above the ambient sounds in the room. Only sounds louder than this Sound Threshold will be recorded. This allows you to save disk space by only recording when someone is talking or some event is taking place. When you are satisfied with your Sound Threshold, hit the Start Recording button. The screen will change to indicate Private Ear is currently recording. You can now set your iPhone down and it will record any sounds above the Sound Threshold. When you wish to stop recording, hit End Recording. You will be prompted for your password again to prevent others from gaining access to your recordings. After you enter your password and hit Activate Private Ear, select Analyze Recordings to listen to the recording you just made as well as any previous recordings. ***TIPS - Backup your recordings to your computer using the Private Ear Client (Available for OSX at www.excelltechmobile.com/privateear.html) - Make sure nothing is directly obstructing the iPhone's microphone when you set it down. - If you forget your password you will have to delete Private Ear and download it again (there will be no charge when you download it again). Your recordings will be lost. - Headphones recommended for listening to playback. ***Note: If you have a iPod Touch, the 'Apple Earphone with Remote and Mic' attachment is REQUIRED for this application to work. ## Key features - Voice-activated recording - Password protection for recordings - Adjustable sound threshold - Secure access to recordings - Backup to computer client - Analyze recordings ## Recent user reviews (10 of 37) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-ear-recorder/id295471964/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Need help *2018-04-16* I’ve got it 3 years ago and still have records there but the app doesn’t reinstall cause it need to get update by the developer. ### 1/5 — Sangeeta *2017-01-19* Can't even download ### 3/5 — Didn't download *2016-08-24* Didn't install.. Is this a scam or what? ### 1/5 — Waste of time *2015-11-04* I used the dictaphone to record an extremely important meeting. I now have to pay to have the recording extracted from my iPhone since it keeps freezing and I cannot extract the recording off my iPhone to my PC ### 1/5 — Don't do it *2015-09-18* I couldn't get this app to work on my iPad. The release notes said I could delete and reload. The notes were wrong! Note to self AND YOU, read reviews first. I only wish two things, one, I wish there were a negative star and two I wish I could get my money back! ### 3/5 — Great app but App support nonexistent *2014-11-14* I have asked questions several times, but no reply. It looks like there is no support for this app. Sad, because it early is a great app! How else can you hear your wife say "I'm coming" while you sleep in the other room? Sweep the file name left to delete it... ### 1/5 — Hopeless *2014-09-04* I think I've got it right: It only allows 30 seconds of recordings i.e If you speak for 40 seconds it fails to record the last 10 seconds. So you need to have a stop-watch and turn off the noise every 30 seconds. Then to listen to your recording select each 30 second chunk. I think the App's description is misleading. Look elsewhere. ### 1/5 — Waste *2014-06-13* It keeps freezing ### 1/5 — Junk app *2014-03-28* Junk app no delete button. Takes to much space ### 2/5 — Rubbish *2014-03-09* Absolute rubbish, doesn't work ## Frequently asked questions about Private Ear Recorder ### What is Private Ear Recorder? Private Ear Recorder is a secure audio recording application that utilizes voice activation to only record when sound is detected. This feature helps conserve device storage by eliminating the need to record silent periods. ### How does Private Ear Recorder ensure security? Upon installation, you are prompted to set a password. This password is required to access your recordings, preventing unauthorized users from viewing or listening to your audio files. ### Can I adjust the recording sensitivity of Private Ear Recorder? Yes, Private Ear Recorder allows you to set a sound threshold. You can use a slider to determine the minimum sound level required for recording to begin, ensuring only significant sounds are captured. ### How do I back up my recordings from Private Ear Recorder? You can back up your recordings to your computer using the Private Ear Client, which is available for OSX. Visit www.excelltechmobile.com/privateear.html for more information on the client. ### What happens if I forget my password for Private Ear Recorder? If you forget your password, you will need to delete and re-download Private Ear Recorder. Please note that all your existing recordings will be lost in this process. ### What devices is Private Ear Recorder compatible with? Private Ear Recorder is available for iPhone and iPod Touch. For iPod Touch users, the 'Apple Earphone with Remote and Mic' attachment is required for the application to function. ### How often is Private Ear Recorder updated? The latest version of Private Ear Recorder is 2.01, which was last updated on January 18, 2013. This indicates infrequent updates. ### What is the price of Private Ear Recorder? Private Ear Recorder is a paid application priced at $1.99. There is no charge when you re-download the app if you forget your password. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.01 — 2013-01-18 Remove red bar at top of screen when in background and not recording. ### 2.0 — 2012-12-12 New UI. File backup through iTunes File Sharing. ### 1.22 — 2011-08-10 Enabled iTunes File Sharing so you can back up your recordings to your computer easily. ### 1.21 — 2009-07-15 3.0 compatibility fix ### 1.20 — 2009-03-05 No release notes. ## More apps by Excelltech Inc. - [Fake-A-Call ™](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fake-a-call/id294415285) - [Sleep Analyzer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sleep-analyzer/id296266786) - [Fake-A-Message ™ (MMS & SMS!)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fake-a-message-mms-and-sms/id297082244) - [Fake-A-Bank Account](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fake-a-bank-account/id315188386) - [EMF Detector](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/emf-detector/id320832296) All apps by Excelltech Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/293003187 ## Related topics [secret recorder sound](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/secret-recorder-sound) · [upheal recorder](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/upheal-recorder) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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