# Private Note: hide secret text

> Secure note-taking app with a hidden password-protected vault. (iPhone/iPad app by 振焯 陈.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-note-hide-secret-text/id665713580 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [振焯 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/529028930)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.88/5 from 51 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: Dutch, English, Chinese
- Released: 2013-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-note-hide-secret-text/id665713580/reviews.md

## What is Private Note?

Private Note provides a wonderful way to hide your notes. When someone open this App, they can only see a simple text view, and they will regard this app as a simple text editor. Actually,  you can easily type password in this text view to access your real notes.

You can hide some notes you don't want anybody else to see, like bank account, phone number, some plan, whatever else. No one will find these notes.

Features:

• Protect your private notes with a fake text view
• Sync with Dropbox
• Unlock with Touch ID (fingerprint)
• Unlimited to create notes
• Custom font and font size
• Custom fake content
• Link for link/email/phone number on note
• Open notes in other apps
• Full screen writing
• Quick open last note
• Safely store
• Use fake text view as quick note
and more….

## Key features

- Password-protected notes
- Fake text view interface
- Dropbox sync
- Touch ID unlock
- Unlimited note creation
- Customizable text and font
- Link recognition

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-note-hide-secret-text/id665713580/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Lost data.

*2020-06-15, version 1.4.1*

I used this for different reason and I liked it so far. Recently I lost data that I was keeping since 2016. I am trying to retrieve it and try to google it on how to fix it but no luck so far.

### 3/5 — Great Apps

*2019-03-29, version 1.4.1*

I love it however it is not enough room to me to finish my secret notes

### 5/5 — Great notepad and password hider app

*2018-06-16, version 1.4.1*

I really like this app because it’s a cute notepad for your phone, nicer than the supplied Apple one. I also love the hidden notepad because you can keep personal info and passwords safe without anyone ever knowing that the app has that option!

### 4/5 — Password reset

*2017-12-31, version 1.4.1*

Could someone instruct how to change the password

### 2/5 — Need to be fix

*2017-12-20, version 1.4.1*

I’m writing this on this page because they wouldn’t answer my emails. The dropbox needs to be fix. I can’t link it. I did delete the app and install it again. Still didn’t work. I use this app a lot. I even recommended it to my friends. 2/5

### 5/5 — My Notes

*2017-08-10, version 1.4*

We are informed this good app will Not work with iOS 11,which is coming up soon, if it is not upgraded. I am thoroughly enjoying my bundle, so please do something fast as we don't want to lose our confidential notes or this great apps. Thanks .  Benj.

### 4/5 — Private Note

*2017-08-05, version 1.4*

Great program but will it work with newest version of iOS?

### 3/5 — Dropping two stars as it needs a 64-bit update

*2017-05-27, version 1.4*

Sadly if this App is not updated for 64-bit compatibility it will no longer run on iOS 11 and later. 
So I'm having to move my notes out of this really great App. 
A private notes App hiding behind a working notes App.

### 1/5 — One big problem

*2017-05-16, version 1.4*

I used this a lot. It was nice to keep private data encrypted. Problem is if you turn your phone sideways, it shows your private notes. That kind of takes away the whole point of the app.

### 4/5 — Update?

*2017-05-07, version 1.4*

Is this app going to be updated. I received a message it would not work with next version of iOS unless it was updated.  Love the app and would like to keep it.

## Frequently asked questions about Private Note

### What does Private Note do?

Private Note allows you to hide your sensitive notes behind a fake text editor. When someone opens the app, they see a simple text view. However, by typing a password in this view, you can access your real, hidden notes.

### How does it protect my notes?

The app uses a fake text view as a decoy. Only by entering the correct password can users access the actual notes, making it difficult for others to discover your private information.

### Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models.

### What kind of information can I hide?

You can hide any type of information you don't want others to see, such as bank account details, phone numbers, personal plans, or any other sensitive data.

### Can I sync my notes across devices?

Yes, the app offers synchronization with Dropbox, allowing you to keep your notes backed up and accessible across different devices.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.4.1 — 2017-09-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fix for iOS 11
Adaptive layouts for iPhone X

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