Best Free Message Lock Apps

242+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated September 2026

The best free message lock apps on iPhone average 3.9★ across 242+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Free Message Lock Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Message Lock - Hide Messages	Free	2.1★ (50)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Fingerprint Lock Hide Message	Free	2.6★ (66)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
3	Widget Lock Screen Widget	Free	3.1★ (51)	No	No	Aug 2026
4	Secret Message : Hide Message	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
5	Peek Message	Free	4.7★ (196)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
6	Photo/Message Lock - SafeCloud	Free	4.4★ (787)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
7	WhatsApp Messenger	Free	4.7★ (19M)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
8	Password Encrypted Message	Free	4.0★ (1)	No	Yes	Aug 2026

Top Picks for Free Message Lock

#1

Message Lock - Hide Messages by 国媚张

Encrypt.ed Text & Chat Keep.er

Editor's Choice

2.1(50 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Secure your private conversations by locking them with a password or fingerprint. Easily export and back up chats to keep them hidden. Access archived conversations only after authentication.

#2

Fingerprint Lock Hide Message by Dhani Jagatap

Hide Text Messages For iPhone

Strong Contender

🌐 Social Networking

2.6(66 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Secure your private conversations and messages with advanced locking features. Easily back up and retrieve chats from popular messaging applications, ensuring your sensitive information remains protected and accessible only to you.

#3

Widget Lock Screen Widget by Business Suite Apps Maker for Free

Send lock notes locket noteit

Worth Considering

🌐 Social Networking

3.1(51 ratings)

Free

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Send personalized notes, photos, and captions directly to a friend's lock screen without needing to unlock their device. It's a simple way to share reminders, express affection, or send a quick greeting.

More Free Message Lock apps to explore

Secret Message : Hide Message

Secret Message : Hide Message

Secret Message : Hide Message

Secret Text, Photo & File

📊 Productivity

One message. From you, to you.

Pin a single, personalized message to your lock screen or home widget. It serves as a digital reminder, note, or compliment for your future self. Designed for simplicity and privacy, it keeps your important thoughts in sight without distractions.

Pin single message to lock screenDisplay message on home widgetPersonalized message content

📊 Productivity

Photo/Message Lock - SafeCloud

Photo/Message Lock - SafeCloud

Photo/Message Lock - SafeCloud

Securely store private photos, videos, and messages in a personal cloud vault. Protect your sensitive data with multi-factor authentication and biometric unlock options. Easily import chats from popular messaging apps.

Multi-factor authenticationCloud storage for private dataImport chats from WhatsApp and Line

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger

Simple. Reliable. Private.

Connect with friends and family globally through private messaging and high-quality calls. Share moments, documents, and stay in touch across devices, even on slow connections. Your conversations are secured with end-to-end encryption.

End-to-end encrypted messagingHigh-quality voice and video callsGroup chats and calls

🌐 Social Networking

free with in-app purchases

Password Encrypted Message

Password Encrypted Message

Password Encrypted Message

Share secret information

Securely share sensitive information through encrypted messages. This app allows you to encrypt and decrypt messages with a password, making it ideal for private communication or fun password-guessing games with friends.

Encrypt messages with a passwordDecrypt password-protected messagesiMessage integration for easy use

free with in-app purchases

Secret Message: Locked Message

Secret Message: Locked Message

Secret Message: Locked Message

Msg locked by location & time

Send messages that can only be unlocked at a specific time and location. Share a unique link that recipients can open in a browser, even without the app installed. Ideal for creating mysteries, games, or special surprises.

Send time-locked messagesSend location-locked messagesAttach videos, pictures, and audio

🎬 Entertainment

Novagram Messenger Telegram

Novagram Messenger Telegram

Novagram Messenger Telegram

Fast. Secure. Powerful

A secure and private messenger for sending messages, photos, videos, and files. Offers features like chat locking, ghost mode, instant translation, and message editing history. Supports voice and video calls with cloud synchronization across devices.

Chat locking with password protectionGhost mode for reading messages discreetlyInstant message translation

🌐 Social Networking

VPN - Secure Proxy & WIFI

VPN - Secure Proxy & WIFI

VPN - Secure Proxy & WIFI

Fast VPN & Unlimited Privacy

This app provides a secure and private internet connection by masking your IP address and encrypting your online activity. It automatically connects you to the fastest server for a seamless browsing experience.

Protect privacySecure internet activitySecure WiFi connection

📊 Productivity

App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos

App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos

App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos

Password for Apps & App Locker

Secure your digital life by locking access to individual apps and hiding private photos and videos. Utilize passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID for robust protection and a personal digital safe.

App lock with passcode, Face ID, Touch IDHide photos and videos in a private vaultBiometric authentication for app access

free with in-app purchases

Tele.Tools: Bots & Lock

Tele.Tools: Bots & Lock

Tele.Tools: Bots & Lock

Web Chat Messenger, Black Plus

Enhance your messenger experience with features like connecting a second account, locking conversations for privacy, and utilizing a bot ecosystem for task automation. This unofficial tool offers a streamlined way to manage your communications.

Connect a second accountLock messenger conversationsUtilize useful bots

🌐 Social Networking

LockWidget - LockScreen Themes

LockWidget - LockScreen Themes

LockWidget - LockScreen Themes

Lock Screen Wallpapers Widgets

Personalize your device's lock screen with a wide variety of customizable widgets and HD wallpapers. Add dynamic elements like weather, photos, health trackers, and even interactive pixel pets. Create unique themes and launch apps directly from your lock screen.

Customizable lock screen widgetsWeather and health tracking widgetsInteractive pixel pet widgets

🎨 Graphics & Design

Passwords Air - Lock Manager

Passwords Air - Lock Manager

Passwords Air - Lock Manager

My Private Vault Keeper

Securely store and manage all your login credentials in an encrypted digital vault. Generate strong passwords and back up your data to prevent loss. Access your information conveniently and safely with biometric authentication.

Securely store private informationStore login credentialsGenerate strong passwords

📊 Productivity

Hidem - App Lock, Lock Apps

Hidem - App Lock, Lock Apps

Hidem - App Lock, Lock Apps

AppLock, App Locker for iPhone

$0.99 | 100% OFF

Secure your device by locking apps, photos, and videos with a password or Face ID. It offers parental controls to manage app usage and promote self-discipline by tracking screen time and limiting app installations. Prevent accidental purchases and app deletions for enhanced control.

Lock apps, photos, and videosPassword and Face ID unlockParental control for app usage

free with in-app purchases

Secretivity – Lock & Hide Text

Secretivity – Lock & Hide Text

Secretivity – Lock & Hide Text

Secure Encrypted Messages App

This app allows you to hide secret messages within seemingly normal text. Only when the recipient pastes the message into the app will the hidden content be revealed. It offers military-grade encryption for secure communication.

Hide secret messagesDisguised message displayAES-256 encryption

free with in-app purchases

私密安全的聊天软件

This private chat application offers secure communication with friends and acquaintances. It features end-to-end encryption, message recall, and screen capture notifications to ensure your conversations remain confidential and controlled.

End-to-end message encryptionMessage recall within 24 hoursScreen capture notifications

🌐 Social Networking

free with in-app purchases

SimpleX Chat: secure messenger

SimpleX Chat: secure messenger

SimpleX Chat: secure messenger

Privacy redefined: no user IDs

This secure messaging app offers unparalleled privacy by eliminating user identifiers. Enjoy end-to-end encrypted messages, calls, and files with features like disappearing messages and incognito mode. Connect via invitation links without needing phone numbers or emails.

No user identifiersEnd-to-end encrypted messagesDisappearing messages

🌐 Social Networking

locksmith widget - by sendit

locksmith widget - by sendit

locksmith widget - by sendit

little lock screen notes

Easily place small notes and messages directly on your friends' lock screens. Connect with your closest friends and share quick thoughts or reminders visually.

Add lock screen widgetLink with friendsWrite lock screen messages

🌐 Social Networking

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Free Message Lock

What are the best free message lock apps for iPhone?

Message Lock - Hide Messages tops our free message lock apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 2.1-star average from 50 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Does Message Lock - Hide Messages have ads or in-app purchases?

Message Lock - Hide Messages has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many free message lock apps are on the App Store?

We track 242+ free message lock apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is the subscription cost for Message Lock?

The subscription for Message Lock costs $2.99 per month, with a 3-day free trial period before the monthly subscription begins.

How can I cancel my Message Lock subscription?

You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Auto-renewal must be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.