# Photo Vault | Hidden Album PV

> Hide private photos & videos

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1098601779](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1098601779)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1098601779`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** GIFBUZ LIMITED
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (4,572 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-12
- **First published:** 2016-04-17
- **Size:** 91 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/photo-vault-hidden-album-pv/id1098601779)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://photo-vault.app/privacy-policy/](https://photo-vault.app/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Photo Vault PV lets you lock private photos and videos with PIN and biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID), using strong encryption to protect imported items. It also stores private contacts, notes, passwords, and more behind a secure vault for enhanced privacy.

Features include cloud syncing, custom albums and covers, in-app camera, album locks, slideshow viewer, plus a Recycle Bin, screen lock after failed PIN attempts, break-in alerts, fake password protection, and a private in-app browser. Premium adds unlimited albums, ad-free experience, decoy PIN, Wi-Fi file transfer, and enhanced security options.

## Rankings

- #28,218 — Overall
- #49 — album

## Review summary

Recurring feedback centers on stability, access to media, and pricing. While the app is valued for privacy and long-term use, users report frequent crashes, login recovery problems, and post-update media viewing failures, with branding changes and ads diminishing the stealth experience. Cost concerns add to dissatisfaction. Overall sentiment is mixed-to-negative, hinging on whether the app works reliably when needed.

### Pros

- Historically reliable for storing photos and videos; long-term users describe it as dependable.
- Provides password-protected hidden albums to keep personal photos secure.
- When functioning, users praise the app and would recommend it.
- Developer responsiveness during outages (noted in at least one positive experience).

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and inability to open; force closes on startup or during use.
- Password/login recovery problems; forgotten passcodes with no reset option.
- Post-update media access issues; can't view photos/videos; black screens; backups stuck.
- Stealth branding/UX confusion and intrusive ads; renamed UI erodes perceived privacy.
- High cost; subscription at $10/month; perceived as overpriced.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1098601779)