Private Photo Vault is an iPhone and Android app for storing photos and videos in an encrypted vault. The on-device vault works offline by default and needs neither an account nor an internet connection. Users can set a PIN, password, or pattern that differs from the phone's unlock code, then organize files in albums and sub-albums, including password-protected albums. The app also includes a private camera, photo and video editors, a built-in browser, duplicate detection, and WiFi transfer through a computer browser. An optional Premium Cloud Vault backs up and syncs files between iPhone and Android, but requires an account and internet access. Files are encrypted on the device before cloud upload, and the cloud feature uses Argon2id for password hashing. The maker says it cannot decrypt or view cloud content. The Cloud Vault password cannot be recovered by the maker, app passcode, or recovery email. Only files that have finished uploading are backed up, and imported files may remain in other locations. The Basic plan is 0.00 USD per free.
Who it is for
Private Photo Vault suits iPhone and Android users who want an offline vault for photos and videos. People considering cloud backup should be comfortable managing the password and confirming uploads.
What is good
- On-device vault works offline without an account.
- Vault access can differ from the phone unlock code.
- Individual albums can be password-protected.
- Optional cloud backup syncs between iPhone and Android.
What to know first
- Cloud Vault password cannot be recovered by the maker.
- Only fully uploaded files are backed up.
- Imported files may remain in other apps or backups.
Verdict
The offline vault does not require an account or internet connection, while cloud backup is optional and has separate access requirements. Keep in mind that only uploaded files are backed up and the Cloud Vault password cannot be recovered.
Private Photo Vault plans and pricing
All plansCompared on photo vault apps
- Free plan
- Yes
- Cloud backup
- Yes
- Decoy vault
- Yes
- Intruder alerts
- Yes
- Private camera
- Yes
- Mobile platforms
- both
