Before you even take the photo
Ask who might see it, how long it should exist, and whether a face or identifying detail is necessary. The less identifiable an image is, the less harmful a leak becomes. Avoid “just in case” shots sitting in the main camera roll.
Phone basics
- Strong lock (long code, biometrics) and system updates.
- Locked albums / vaults rather than an open gallery.
- Hide message previews in notifications.
- Be careful with automatic cloud backups that aren’t end-to-end encrypted.
- Don’t plug an unlocked phone into a shared computer.
Share without losing control
The biggest risk often isn’t a random hacker, it’s a copy that spreads after sharing. Set rules: no screenshots, no forwarding, retention limits. Consent to send is not consent to archive or republish.
Amoris Secret is built for private sharing with control and revocation; the Secret security page explains the technical model. Always also read the app’s privacy policy.
If an image spreads without consent
Document it, request removal from platforms, and use help services where you live. You don’t have to handle it alone.
A ten-minute security checklist
- Use a long passcode or passphrase, biometrics and automatic locking.
- Update the system and apps; remove apps you no longer use.
- Check automatic gallery, cloud and messaging backups.
- Hide notification content on the lock screen.
- Enable two-factor authentication and store recovery codes safely.
- Review devices signed into your account and remove old phones.
A “hidden” album improves discretion, not necessarily security. Check whether it is encrypted and separately authenticated. Local deletion may leave copies in trash, cloud backups, chats or on the recipient’s device.
Reduce identification before shooting
- Avoid faces, tattoos, unique jewelry, documents and recognizable backgrounds.
- Disable camera location or remove metadata before sending.
- Do not reuse an image already linked to a public profile.
- Agree who may see, keep or delete the content.
No tool can prevent someone photographing a screen. Not creating or sending the image is safest. Otherwise reduce risk and read our guide to sharing, consent and revocation.
If a phone is lost, loaned or sold
Set up remote location and erase before you need them. If lost, remotely lock it, change the primary account password and revoke sessions. Before resale, sign out and use the manufacturer’s factory-reset process.
Frequently asked questions
Does disappearing mode prevent copies? No. It reduces exposure in the interface, but screenshots or another camera remain possible.
Should passwords be reused? No. Use unique passwords and a reputable password manager.