# SwiftLocker: Photo Vault — Private Album, Decoy & iCloud

> Secure photo and video vault with passcode, decoy account, and optional iCloud backup. (iPhone/iPad app by Dicken Christian.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftlocker-photo-vault/id6462688628 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dicken Christian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703246626)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, Latin American Spanish
- Released: 2023-10-02
- Data updated: 2026-10-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftlocker-photo-vault/id6462688628/reviews.md

## What is SwiftLocker?

Hide your photos, videos and documents behind your own PIN, plus Face ID or Touch ID. SwiftLocker keeps them out of your Photos library, with no ads, no tracking and no account.

A DECOY FOR PRYING EYES
Set a second PIN that opens a decoy vault, so what matters stays hidden even when someone watches you unlock.

PRIVATE iCLOUD SYNC AND BACKUPS
Keep your vault in SwiftLocker's own space in your iCloud and bring it back on a new iPhone. Export password-protected backups whenever you like.

EVERYTHING IN ITS PLACE
Folders for photos, videos, documents and PDFs. Import from Photos or Files, or scan documents and IDs straight into the vault. Search by name, date, what's in a photo and the text in it, all on your device. Find duplicates, and get deleted items back from Trash.

BUILT FOR PRIVACY
Every file is encrypted on your device, and iCloud sync is end-to-end encrypted. Break-in Alerts photograph whoever enters wrong PINs. The app hides its content in the app switcher. Your photos and files never leave your device except to your own iCloud.

SwiftLocker Premium adds the decoy vault, private iCloud sync, backups, unlimited folders, Break-in Alerts and app icons in other colors.

Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Privacy Policy:
https://swiftlocker.swiftapps.club/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Total media concealment
- Passcode and biometric protection
- Decoy account feature
- Optional iCloud backup
- Trash recovery
- Unlimited folders and files (premium)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SwiftLocker Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| SwiftLocker Premium | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SwiftLocker Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


## Is SwiftLocker safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess SwiftLocker.

## Is SwiftLocker legit?

SwiftLocker: Photo Vault appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for SwiftLocker is 78 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swiftlocker-photo-vault/id6462688628/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cloud sync works but status updates is confusing

*2026-07-17*

Cloud sync status confuses me and i never feel 100% sure its done. works i guess

### 4/5 — not bad not great

*2026-07-17*

ui is nicer after update. Gets annoying fast when you have alot of media

### 1/5 — Backup option doesn't work at all

*2025-05-21*

Deleting the app or transferring to another phone doesn't work at all and is a steal of $9 as well as false advertising as the issue has persisted since the apps release probably and the creator has been made well aware of the issue, yet continues to market the fault.

**Developer response:** Sorry for this experience. We rebuilt the backup/restore flow in version 2.0.0, including a new manual backup import/export option and clearer iCloud backup checks. Please update and use Cloud Sync > Check for iCloud Backup, or Settings > Export/Import Backup. If anything still fails, email diagnostics from Cloud Sync so we can inspect the issue.

### 1/5 — unable to retrieve the backup

*2024-05-07*

Im a premium user. i have everything backed ip to cloud. but when in reinstalled the application nothing shows up. no data is retrieved. no response from support team after multiple emails.

**Developer response:** You’re right to expect restore to work as a premium user. Version 2.0.0 improves iCloud restore handling and adds a manual backup fallback with diagnostics for restore issues. Please update, then open Cloud Sync > Check for iCloud Backup. If restore still does not show your files, use Email backup diagnostics so we can help with the exact sync state.

### 2/5 — Good Idea, poor execution

*2024-04-27*

First of all, the idea of an app that syncs a private library to your icloud is exactly what I’ve been looking for, so when I found swiftlocker I was excited. After a couple of weeks use of the app, I have found several problems including performance, graphical errors, and several more inconveniences that make the app hard to use. Don’t spend your money until this app has at least been updated one time.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the detailed feedback. We’ve been improving reliability, restore behavior, and usability, with version 1.0.4 focused specifically on backup/restore trust, manual backup, and diagnostics. We’ll keep tightening performance and UI issues in upcoming updates.

## Frequently asked questions about SwiftLocker

### Does SwiftLocker have ads?

No, SwiftLocker does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional premium features available through in-app purchases.

### What are the premium features of SwiftLocker?

Premium features include iCloud Backup, Decoy mode, Trash recovery, and an unlimited number of Folders and Files. These can be unlocked via a subscription plan.

### How much does SwiftLocker Premium cost?

SwiftLocker Premium is available with two subscription plans: $1.99 per month or $19.99 per year. These plans unlock advanced features for enhanced media protection.

### What devices is SwiftLocker compatible with?

SwiftLocker is designed for iOS devices, specifically supporting iPhone and iPad. It was released on October 2, 2023, and last updated on November 14, 2024.

### What is the age rating for SwiftLocker?

SwiftLocker has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the content is generally suitable for all ages, with no mature themes or potentially objectionable material.

### How can I recover my hidden media if I lose my device?

SwiftLocker offers an optional iCloud Backup feature. By enabling this, you can securely back up your hidden media to iCloud, allowing for recovery if your device is lost or damaged.

### What is the decoy account feature in SwiftLocker?

The decoy account feature provides an extra layer of confidentiality. You can create a separate account with its own passcode, offering an additional safeguard for your most sensitive media.

### How is SwiftLocker rated by users?

SwiftLocker currently has a rating of 2.3 stars based on 8 ratings. User feedback may reflect specific experiences with the app's features and performance.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2026-10-16

SwiftLocker 2.1 is the biggest update yet.

- Every file is encrypted on your device, and iCloud sync is end-to-end encrypted.
- Documents and PDFs sit next to your photos and videos, and you can scan documents and IDs straight into your vault.
- Search by what's in your photos and the text in them, all on your iPhone. On Apple Intelligence devices, just ask in a sentence.
- Find Duplicates, Trash to get back what you delete, and Break-in Alerts that photograph whoever enters wrong PINs.
- No account needed any more, a new app icon in five colors, and SwiftLocker now speaks German, French, Spanish and Portuguese.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-05-15

SwiftLocker 2.0 is a major update with a cleaner design and smoother everyday use.

• Redesigned lock, Premium, Settings, Cloud Sync, and folder screens
• Improved iCloud Sync status and reliability
• Added encrypted backup export and import for Premium users
• Improved Live Photo import and playback
• Made importing easier with Photos, Paste, and Share improvements
• Added the option to move imported originals to Recently Deleted in Photos
• Improved media browsing, thumbnails, trash actions, and unlock behavior

### 1.0.3 — 2024-11-14

Bug fixes

### 1.0.2 — 2024-08-27

- Enhanced thumbnail quality
- Haptic feedback added at appropriate places
- Cloud Sync screen now shows animated sync status and shows more details
- New Face ID setting: Unlock instantly or manually via a button press
- Trash must be emptied manually, added sorting options to Trashed item list
- Bug fixes and optimizations

### 1.0.1 — 2023-10-12

- Fixed an issue where Hidden items from Photos Picker couldn't be imported
- Fixed an issue with 6 digits pin authentication
- Other small UI fixes

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