Lock an app

I want to lock an app so that it immediately requires a password. Android can do it, but the only thing I’ve found for locking an app on IPhones is to use the screen time setting. The minimum time on it is 1 minute, which isn’t good enough. I’d like the app to automatically require a passcode. Is there any way around this? Apple needs to add this capability.

Posted on Oct 26, 2021 11:00 PM

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SravanKrA

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Oct 26, 2021 11:01 PM in response to danae292

If you find something is missing on iOS devices, you may provide --> Feedback - iPhone - Apple < here.

SravanKrA

Level 10

433,012 points

Oct 26, 2021 11:02 PM in response to danae292

Many App developers have this feature. If you are experiencing any difficulty with third-party apps then please contact the app developer directly --> How to contact an app developer - Apple Support

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