Why can't I hide apps on my iPhone 12 Pro anymore?

My hidden icon is not showing and I’m worried that my friends will find it. Please help this is a problem. Thank you.


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iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Apr 17, 2025 12:54 PM

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Posted on Apr 17, 2025 2:36 PM

Hello~ Click on below…


Lock or hide an app on iPhone - Apple Support*


*Note: Children under 13 in a Family Sharing group can’t lock or hide apps. Anyone aged 13 to 17 in a Family Sharing group can lock or hide an app, but a parent or guardian in the family group can see that the app was downloaded and how much time it’s used, and restrict access to it using Screen Time. (These ages vary by country or region.)


Do you fall into this category?


~Katana-San~


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Apr 17, 2025 2:36 PM in response to Lions_Reviews0825

Hello~ Click on below…


Lock or hide an app on iPhone - Apple Support*


*Note: Children under 13 in a Family Sharing group can’t lock or hide apps. Anyone aged 13 to 17 in a Family Sharing group can lock or hide an app, but a parent or guardian in the family group can see that the app was downloaded and how much time it’s used, and restrict access to it using Screen Time. (These ages vary by country or region.)


Do you fall into this category?


~Katana-San~


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Apr 17, 2025 2:24 PM in response to Lions_Reviews0825

Lions_Reviews0825 wrote:


https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/692495f2-45b1-4e34-9ac7-ea863de08b60
As you can see that’s the end of the list.

Do you have Screen Time restrictions or is this device managed by your school? If so, they can make hiding apps not possible.

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Apr 17, 2025 1:15 PM in response to Lions_Reviews0825

Your question is unclear. Your hidden apps are not supposed to show on your Home Screen. Your hidden apps go to the Hidden apps folder in the App Library. Your friends will not be able to view your hidden apps unless they know your iPhone's passcode or your biometrics.

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Why can't I hide apps on my iPhone 12 Pro anymore?

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