SECRETO vs HideApp
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
SECRETO
Securely encrypt and protect your private photos and videos with advanced encryption. Control access to your sensitive media, with options for individual file passwords and cloud syncing.
- AES-256 encryption for photos and videos
- Individual file password protection
- Secure cloud storage syncing (Dropbox)
- Cross-device access (mobile and desktop)
- Direct in-app photo capture with encryption
- Secure file sharing with password protection
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SECRETO โ Encrypt your photos & videos. Store them anywhere. SECRETO doesn't hide your files in a vault. Each photo and video is individually highly encrypted, making them unreadable to anyone without the password. The encrypted files can be stored on your device or synced via your own Dropbox, and nobody can access them without the correct password. WHAT MAKES SECRETO DIFFERENT - Military-grade AES-256 encryption - Each file can have its own unique password - Store encrypted files anywhere you want - Sync across devices using YOUR OWN Dropbox โ we never touch your files, and since files are encrypted before they reach Dropbox, even Dropbox cannot read them - Share encrypted files via WhatsApp, email, or any app - Optionally change the file password before sharing โ send the file one way, the password another - No account required โ works from the first second HOW IT WORKS 1. Set your master password (can be changed anytime) 2. Select or make a photo or video 3. SECRETO encrypts the file โ it's now unreadable without the password 4. Store it anywhere, share it with anyone โ it stays protected SHARE SAFELY WITH FRIENDS Send an encrypted photo or video via WhatsApp, email, or any messaging app. Even if someone intercepts the file, they can't open it without the password. Your file is encrypted with your password, but if sharing, you can optionally change the file's password with the one agreed with your friend โ send the file through one channel, the password through another. Only the intended person gets access. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Connect your own Dropbox account and access your encrypted files on any device. Your privacy stays intact across all your devices. Your files. Your password. Your control. Download SECRETO now. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
HideApp
Securely store your private photos, videos, and documents with on-device encryption. Create unlimited vaults and protect your files with military-grade security. Choose your preferred login method for added privacy.
- On-device encryption
- Unlimited vaults
- Hide photos and videos
- Encrypt documents
- 256-bit encryption
- PIN and Biometric login
- Customizable encryption settings
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Hide your private photos, videos and documents from prying eyes? Encryption/decryption is done on your device. Your data is never uploaded by HideApp to the cloud. Features โข Create your own vault โข Unlimited number of vaults โข Hide/encrypt photos and videos from Photo gallery โข Hide/encrypt any document (PDF, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerPoint, Pages, Keynote, Numbers, Text files and many more) โข Each photo, video, document is individually encrypted โข Blurred thumbnail for encrypted photo/video (optional) โข Prompt for deletion of original photo, video or document after hiding โข No file size limit on photo, video or document โข Personalisation: โ Automatic or user customisable destination folder for encrypted files โ Blurness level (Low, Medium or High) โ Thumbnail size for encrypted photo/video (Small, Medium or Large) Security โข 256-bit military grade encryption (Apple CryptoKit) โข Login using 4-8 digit PIN or Biometric (TouchID or FaceID) โข Specify your own "secret key" for encryption. โข PIN login required if Biometric data (TouchID or FaceID) changed โข Delayed PIN login after 3 or more unsuccessful attempts โข Personalisation: โ Disable PIN login (not recommended) โ PIN length (4-8 digits) โ Disable Biometric use (TouchID or FaceID) Multiple Tiers โข Free, up to 5 items โข Unlimited, no item limit; device capacity limit (IAP) โข No on-going subscription For support, feedback, feature requests, please contact at hideapp_support@icloud.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: HideApp at 100% against SECRETO's 0%. SECRETO's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. SECRETO sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and HideApp sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SECRETO ships an update every 10 days, HideApp every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SECRETO | HideApp |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews โ better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days โ better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | โ | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free โ better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AASOFT BIT ENTERPRISE S.R.L. | MAURICE LEUNG PIN |
Customer experience
SECRETO
HideApp
In-app purchases
SECRETO
- Premium Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$14.991 Year
- SECRETO Unlimited$1.99
- Premium Lifetime$99.99
HideApp
- Free BonusFree
- 5 items$0.99
- Unlimited$4.99
Questions
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