# SafeRecorder — Secret audio recorder

> Secure and minimalist audio recorder with passcode and biometric protection. (iPhone/iPad app by Arthur Dao.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saferecorder/id1462815590 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arthur Dao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1451753722)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 146 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-05-18
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saferecorder/id1462815590/reviews.md

## What is SafeRecorder?

SafeRecorder is the first secure and minimalist mobile audio recorder. Your recordings are now protected with passcode and FaceID/TouchID. 

Life is filled with moments we would rather not forget. Capture these moments effortlessly on your iPhone and iPad.

• One tap to start, stop, pause and resume recording.

• Unlimited recording time.

• Record discretely in the background.

• Choose to record from the built-in mic, AirPods or external microphones.

• Seek backwards and forwards during playback.

• Share your records to other apps on your iOS device.

• Share to iTunes on Mac or PC via the Lightning Port.

• View recent recordings or browse your library by date and time.

• Rename recordings.

• Protect your recordings with passcode, TouchID/FaceID

• Support for high quality external microphones connected via the Lightning Port.

• iTunes standard M4A (ACC).

• High quality audio up to 96kHz / 24-bit.

• Dark Mode makes the app more comfortable to use in the dark.

## Key features

- Passcode and biometric protection
- Discreet background recording
- Unlimited recording time
- External microphone support
- Share recordings
- Rename recordings

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/saferecorder/id1462815590/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Password

*2025-05-20, version 1.2.3*

I forgot the password and there’s no way to retrieve or change the password

### 5/5 — Great Recorder

*2025-03-18, version 1.2.3*

Easy to use

### 1/5 — Was messed up when i downloaded this app to record someone and now I cant log in

*2025-03-17, version 1.2.3*

need a double ñog in feauture he got abusive while I was deunl and i dont rember

### 3/5 — Paid version without ads?

*2025-02-06*

Is there a paid version without ads? These ads often cause me to lose my recordings. Other than that, I like the app.

### 1/5 — All recordings lost

*2024-10-23, version 1.2.3*

Passcode isn’t working. There is no one to contact for help.

### 1/5 — Lost recording and no answer from support

*2024-09-27*

I went and checked on the recordings I made. They are gone.  Emailed support multiple times. Never heard back from them.

### 1/5 — Deleted a recording

*2024-09-11, version 1.2.3*

Somehow a recording was deleted without my consent

### 3/5 — Help

*2024-07-06*

I got locked out help?? I don’t remember setting a password

### 1/5 — Recording deleted

*2024-05-09*

I had a recording of 28 minutes and it deleted. That recording had proof of my ex husband planning to commit Murder. I need that recording ASAP and NO one will answer my emails. This is life or death!!! Someone please help me.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t Record Streaming Audio

*2024-05-01*

Records external audio from your phone as does the included voice app with iPhone - but does not record audio directly from your phone that you are streaming. Redundant app already included in iPhone software

## Frequently asked questions about SafeRecorder

### What does SafeRecorder do?

SafeRecorder is a secure and minimalist audio recording application. It allows users to capture audio moments with features like discreet background recording, unlimited recording time, and the ability to protect recordings with a passcode and biometric authentication (FaceID/TouchID).

### How do I protect my recordings?

Your recordings are protected using a passcode and can also be secured with FaceID or TouchID. This ensures that only you can access your recorded audio files.

### Can I record audio in the background?

Yes, the app supports discreet background recording. This means you can continue recording audio even when the app is not actively in the foreground, allowing for more subtle capture of moments.

### What are the audio quality options?

The app supports high-quality audio recording, up to 96kHz / 24-bit. It also offers iTunes standard M4A (ACC) format and can utilize built-in microphones, AirPods, or external microphones for recording.

### Is SafeRecorder free to use?

The application is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. This model allows users to try the core functionality before deciding to purchase additional features or unlock premium capabilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2020-02-05

Hot fix minor bugs

### 1.2.2 — 2020-02-05

- Edit mode in Recently Deleted page
- Minor performance improvements

### 1.2.1 — 2020-01-18

- Minor bugs fixing
- UX/UI improvements

### 1.2 — 2020-01-15

- Search for recordings
- Recently deleted box
- Recover recording
- Control recording's playing progress with thumb
- Delete recording permanently
- Recover all recordings
- Delete all recordings

### 1.1.2 — 2020-01-10

- Minor bugs fixing

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