How to Set Up Secure Folder or App Lock on Google Pixel (Step-by-Step Guide)
Privacy matters more than ever. Whether you want to keep photos, documents, or apps safe from prying eyes, your Google Pixel phone has multiple built-in options to protect sensitive data. While Pixel phones don’t have Samsung’s Secure Folder , you can achieve the same protection using Google’s “App Lock,” “Screen Pinning,” “Private Space,” and “Locked Folder” features. This guide will show you how to set up a secure folder or app lock on your Google Pixel , step by step — using official Android tools, not third-party apps. 1. Use Google Photos Locked Folder (For Private Media) If you only want to hide personal images or videos from your gallery or other apps, Locked Folder in Google Photos is the best option. To set it up: Open the Google Photos app. Tap your profile picture → choose Photos settings . Tap Privacy → Locked Folder . Tap Set up Locked Folder . Verify your screen lock (PIN, pattern, or fingerprint) to create the secure space. Now you can...