The process to lock apps depends on the device type (iPhone or Android) and the available features or apps on the device. For iPhone (with iOS 18 or later):
- You can lock apps using a built-in feature by long-pressing the app icon, selecting "Require Face ID," "Require Touch ID," or "Require Passcode," and confirming with biometric authentication or passcode.
- Alternatively, you can use Screen Time to set app limits with a password.
- Guided Access is another method that locks all but one app, useful when lending your phone.
- Some system apps cannot be locked.
For Android:
- Many Android phones have built-in features like Samsung's Secure Folder or Xiaomi's App Lock in Settings to lock apps using PIN, pattern, or biometrics.
- If built-in options are not available, third-party app lockers from the Play Store can be used.
- Digital Wellbeing’s Focus Mode can pause apps temporarily.
- Parental control apps also offer app locking features.
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